Overview

This Food Security programme from The University of Edinburgh is designed to specifically address the social, economic, environmental and production aspects of food security, such as the intersection of:

agriculture

distribution

environment

consumption

food production

human behaviour

nutrition-related policies

Career opportunities

The MSc Food Security gives you the scope to fulfil the growing demand for qualified experts contributing to the policy and development on food production, food consumption and the supply chain.

You will be able to develop methodologies to appraise trade-offs in terms of risk and uncertainty in strategic decision-making, from the farm level to the national planning level.

Graduates have typically gained employment in a variety of sectors, including:

government organisations

NGO agencies

international bodies

research and education

private businesses

multinational corporations

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Programme Structure

Courses include include:

Frameworks to Assess Food Security

Sustainability of Food Production

Interrelationships in Food Systems

Data Collection and Analysis for Food Security

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Food Science View 87 other Masters in Food Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in an agricultural, ecological, biological or environmental science, engineering, social science, economics, politics or other relevant subject. Students with other backgrounds are also welcome to apply if the personal statement shows understanding and interest on the topic.
They may also consider a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with relevant professional experience, a strong personal statement and supportive reference.
This programme is not suitable for applicants pursuing a career in food safety/hygiene or related areas. Your personal statement must demonstrate an understanding of the programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42840 GBP / year

≈ 42840 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

19850 GBP / year

≈ 19850 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time - 2 years:

International students - £21,420

Home students - £9,925

Part-time - 3 years:

International students - £14,280

Home students - £6,620

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Edinburgh

Funding

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