Overview

Alternative Protein at Imperial will prepare you to analyse and solve problems towards developing viable and sustainable alternatives to conventional food sources, focused on fermentation, cultivated meat and plant-based food.

You will gain useful skills in data science, sector-specific technologies, research planning, and science communication before embarking on a comprehensive research project.

This course is available both part-time and full-time, making it suitable if you're looking to fit studies around your professional commitments.

Careers

How will studying at Imperial help my career?

Graduates from our Department go on to succeed in a wide range of sectors. These include engineering, medical technology, biomedical technology, research and development.

Who do our graduates work for?

Our graduates have worked for companies including Astrazeneca, NHS, P&G, Goldman Sachs, Biocentre Beyond Borders, Fraser Nash Consultancy, Rolls Royce, Sense Biodetection, Sigma Labs.

What jobs do our graduates do?

Biomedical Engineer, Analyst, Bioanalytics Developer, R&D Scientist, Software Developer, Trade Analyst, Consultant.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Alternative Protein
Data Analysis for Research
Frontiers in Alternative Protein Research
Topics on Alternative Protein Research
Planning for Alternative Protein Research Project
Advanced Imaging Technologies for Systems Biology and Biomedical Research

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-28 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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5

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Food Science View 85 other Masters in Food Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

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100

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5

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 in Life Sciences, Engineering, Food Sciences, Biomedical Science, or related fields.
All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to Imperial.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

45000 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

19400 GBP / year

≈ 19400 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time

Home: £9,700 per year

Overseas: £22,500 per year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Additional Details

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