MSc Food Science
University of Reading
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Delve into the world of food with our MSc Food Science course.The safety, quality and nutritional properties of the food that reaches consumers depends upon food scientists.Our Department is a world authority on food and human nutrition. We have leading experts in all of the component disciplines that contribute to food and nutritional science – a claim that no other UK department can make.Building on your scientific undergraduate studies, this course will allow you to gain an in-depth ...Read more

Delve into the world of food with our MSc Food Science course.The safety, quality and nutritional properties of the food that reaches consumers depends upon food scientists.Our Department is a world authority on food and human nutrition. We have leading experts in all of the component disciplines that contribute to food and nutritional science – a claim that no other UK department can make.Building on your scientific undergraduate studies, this course will allow you to gain an in-depth knowledge of the science of food. Taught by academics from the Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, topics include:food chemistryfood quality and safetymanufacturing and process.

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Hannah
15 Jan 24

I've had opportunities to learn a range of different topics around my course. Although I have had issues being able to take specific optional modules I've been offered. There are..Read more

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Charlotte
15 Jan 24

The campus is so green and really pretty with great facilities to use...Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are typically required to have at least a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) in a pure or applied science (or equivalent from a university outside the UK). Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning may be considered based on relevant work and other experience.

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£1,067 month

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Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

£2,579 month

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Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

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Hannah
15 Jan 24
Food Science with Industrial Training
I've had opportunities to learn a range of different topics around my course. Although I have had issues being able to take specific optional modules I've been offered. There are...
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Charlotte
15 Jan 24
Food Science
The campus is so green and really pretty with great facilities to use....
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