Overview

The Master’s Programme in Food Processing Technology focuses on processing technologies and unit processes used in food manufacturing. In this programme, you will acquire knowledge and skills essential in the renewal of the food processing industry and in the development of novel food processes.

The programme covers mechanical and thermal processes used in food processing, but also fermentation, novel extraction methods, the rheology of liquids, suspensions, and particulate materials in food processes.

Career prospects

At LUT University ou will acquire practical skills and the latest information about the technologies and chemical process engineering approach to food processes.

You may find employment as a specialist, process engineer, laboratory manager or development engineer in the food industry or manufacturing and technology companies focusing on food processes.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Core studies

Include introduction courses to MSc studies and food processes, laboratory safety and research methodology.

Advanced specialisation studiesInclude compulsory and alternative studies:

Compulsory studies include an introduction to food processing technologies, microbiology, fermentation, analysis and characterisation methods and a project work course in food processes.
Elective studies, credits to complete degree

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-17 00:00:00

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When to apply

Regular admission

1 December –17 January at 15:00 (UTC+2)

Early admission

15 October–15 November at 15:00 (UTC+2)

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Food Technology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Other requirements

General requirements

You are eligible to apply to technology programmes with one of the following degrees:

Bachelor of Science in Technology OR closely related to Technology - Completed in a University - All countries
Other degree mentioned in a programme-specific eligibility requirements completed worldwide (excluding Finland)

To possibly get admitted,

you must fulfill the programme-specific requirements.
gain a minimum of 50% of the given points in the interview (regarding all the programmes excluding Electrical Engineering).

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Tuition Fee

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International

13500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13500 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

EUR 13 500/academic year (non EU/EEA students). Early bird discount and scholarships available.

Living costs for Lappeenranta

700 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career prospects

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Lappeenranta

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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