Applied Food Safety & Innovation

University of Central Lancashire
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Food science and nutrition

About this course

Gain valuable practical experience on our Applied Food Safety & Innovation, MSc degree. Develop your knowledge in operational food systems and food product innovation.

Learn practical skills by designing and developing new food products. Your products will be commercially relevant and conform to relevant regulations. Our course uses real-world case studies which will equip you with the food safety auditing skills needed for the workplace. You'll have the opportunity to gain professional experience through work-based placements. T

his course is designed to cover both the research and development and food safety operational needs of the food industry. This is very beneficial in bridging the gap between safe food production and product innovation.

Learn from world-leading food safety researchers, alongside other nutrition and health professionals. Our course prepares you for a fulfilling career in the food supply chain, enforcement, research or education.

Why study with us

  • Learn to audit food safety systems, innovate new food products and develop your entrepreneurial skills.

  • Undertake work-based placements to gain valuable professional experience.

  • We’ll support your development of presentation skills, problem-solving abilities, statistical skills and informed decision-making processes.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    1223 Publicans and managers of licensed premises
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    1221 Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    3582 Health and safety managers and officers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Food science and nutrition