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Applied Food Safety & Innovation, MSc at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Master's covering operational food systems and food product innovation, with practical design and development of new commercially relevant food products and food safety auditing skills. It bridges safe food production and product innovation.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Intake: September 2026; September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Research Skills and Ethics in Practice, HACCP Development, Food Product Innovation, Applied Food Safety and a Major Project. Two optional RSPH Level 2 qualifications (HACCP and Food Safety) are included on specific modules.

Career pathways

Graduates have careers in the food industry, research and academia, local and international enforcement, and the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a lower second class (2:2) Honours degree from a UK university or equivalent in a relevant science or health-related subject. Applicants with substantial relevant experience are considered and must demonstrate its suitability on application and at interview. IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent UKVI Secure English Language Test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2026; September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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