
Overview
In the Food Technology programme at Wageningen University and Research , the characteristics of food products and their production process are central. Does your interest lie in sustainable food production, or in innovation and management? Or do you want to focus on product design, or the production of food using micro-organisms and enzymes? With a solid technological background, you will further specialize in any of these directions within two years, at a top program with many options and excellent career prospects.
Why this programme?
- Translate technical and consumer wishes to food and product development.
- Great variety of ten specialisations.
- Perform an internship in large companies all over the world.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Food Ingredient Functionality
- Molecular Gastronomy
- Food Structuring
- Sustainability in Food Chains
- Food Fermentation
- Enzymology for Food and Biorefinery
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Sept: Application via Studielink will open in October
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Credits
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Disciplines
General Engineering & Technology Food Sciences View 11 other Masters in Food Sciences in NetherlandsExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
A WUR BSc degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, or equivalent.
The norm for this equivalence is an assessment of the student's expertise in the following topics:- Food Sciences (at least food chemistry, food engineering, food microbiology, and food physics)
- Mathematics (linear algebra, calculus) applied to food technological problems
- Basics in statistics
Transcript of records displaying the content of previous course subjects and project work;
Curriculum vitae displaying relevant work, internship and/or project experience on an academic level in a relevant field if applicable.
Proof of English proficiency.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
19600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19600 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2314 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Wageningen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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