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Overview
Food is necessary for human survival, is an important source of pleasure, and plays an enormous role in the global economy. Microbes play an essential role in food preservation and safety, food for health and food biotechnology. These are growing areas in all global economies. University College Cork Microbiology has established a global reputation in food microbiology, based on its research profile and the impact of its graduates in the food industry.
Learning outcomes
With Food Microbiology MSc, University College Cork, students may also wish to take advantage of the limited number of optional industry placements which are available on this course for the research dissertation.
Much of the course is delivered by active research staff who are global leaders in a number of food microbiology fields (microbiological safety of foods, food/milk fermentation, probiotics, and bacteriocins). Our first-rate facilities include extensive, well equipped laboratories with state of the art analytical/technology platforms.
Programme Structure
Courses
- Food Fermentation and Mycology
- Microbial Food Safety
- Food Biotechnology
- Hygienic Production of Food
- Functional Foods for Health
- Analytical Food Microbiology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
90 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Microbiology Food Sciences View 20 other Masters in Food Sciences in IrelandAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
Lower Second Class (recommended)
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates must be holders of a minimum Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours BSc degree (NFQ, Level 8), or equivalent qualification, in a discipline with a significant element of laboratory science.
- However, candidates with equivalent academic qualifications may be accepted subject to the approval of College under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The number of places is limited and selection will be made on the basis of the candidate's performance in his/her primary degree or interview.
Tuition Fee
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International
23100 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23100 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6880 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6880 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cork
860 - 1400 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 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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