MSc Food Science (Quality and Innovation) at University of Leeds

Programme overview

The MSc Food Science (Quality and Innovation) applies project management, experimental design, sensory and quality design techniques to food product development from concept to launch, including alternative proteins. It is an accredited programme.

Department: School of Food Science and Nutrition | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Topics include product concept design, industrial experimental design, sensory science, quality assurance, management and improvement, quality control, HACCP, statistical analysis, international quality and safety standards and food legislation, taught through group-based learning.

Career pathways

Roles across the food sector in quality, safety and product development, and progression to PhD research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a pure or applied science subject, with some chemistry plus a food-related module such as food processing, food engineering, food science or food technology. If you do not meet all of the listed requirements, applicants with relevant professional or work experience, volunteering or additional qualifications are still considered. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components. Application deadlines: international applicants Friday 30 July 2027; UK applicants Friday 10 September 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,700 for the whole programme (2027 entry). UK fee, total for the full-time course Source

International applicants: GBP 34,300 for the whole programme (2027 entry). International fee, total for the full-time course Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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