Food Innovation - Sligo St. Angela's
This programme enables students to gain extensive and relevant scientific and operational management knowledge to lead or advance them in a career in the food industry. Students will gain the ability to integrate scientific knowledge with a thorough understanding of food innovation, quality and safety and employ an innovative approach to product research and development. The focus of this programme is in the areas of innovation management; applied food science; physical and sensory analysis; food safety management; food processing and biotechnology; quality and innovation, research and development.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time.
On-Campus Attendance
Year 1: Online lectures one day per month (SeptemberMay). Two-day block on-campus for induction/practical labs (early September). One three-day block of on-campus practical labs in Semester 2. Year 2: Online / self-directed research-based study (September-May)
Entry Requirements
All applicants must have a minimum of a H2.2 in a level 8 degree in a relevant discipline. Applicants may be called for interview.
Careers / Further progression
Further Education
MSc graduates may pursue PhD opportunities with St. Angela's College or IT Sligo (Atlantic Technological University).
Career Opportunities
This Master’s programme is designed for graduates who wish to advance their career in the food industry in the following areas; Food Technology, Food Product Development, Food Safety, New Food Product Development. Graduates may also be eligible for PhD research, leading to potential research roles in higher education colleges and other research institutions.
Further information
Total Fees €7000
Study Hours
20 hours of total student effort is recommended per credit. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study
Who should apply?
This programme meets the needs of graduates who have an interest in all aspects of the food industry, including food innovation; food safety management; processing and biotechnology; physical and sensory analysis.
What will I study?
Modules
Applied Food Science
Food Processing and
Biotechnology
Physical and Sensory Analysis
Food Safety Management
Systems
Innovation Management
Research Design
Research Project
Examination & Assessment
A range of strategies will be used to assess theory and practice components of the programme.
Award:
Master of Science in Food Innovation.
NFQ level
Level 9
Course Coordinator: Dr Elaine Mooney: emooney@stangelas.ie
Student Advisor: Niamh Finnegan: nfinnegan@stangelas.ie