
Overview
This Future Food Sustainability programme offered by Cranfield University is suitable for graduates from around the world, that are passionate about food production and the sustainability of our food system, and wish to pursue a career in the food sector, at a technical or strategic level. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of the course, we accept candidates from a wide range of educational and professional backgrounds. Whether you studied food science or agriculture, or you are simply looking for a career change, this course has something to offer for everyone that wants to make a difference in the way our food system currently works. If you are not sure if this course is right for you, get in touch with us and together we can explore all available options.
Your career
At Cranfield we have a very high employment rate of 92%* for our School, so successful graduates from this course are expected to move swiftly into positions within food businesses, government, NGOs and research companies/institutes to engage in roles involving research, management, governance, communication and social responsibility.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institution of Agricultural Engineers.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Sustainability
- Soil Systems
- Agricultural Informatics
- Technologies for seeds and crop protection
- Water and Sustainable Agrifood Systems
- Strategic Foresight
- Food Chain Resilience
- Evaluating Environmental Sustainability
Audience
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Although there are no set application deadlines, we recommend that you apply as early as possible to secure your place.
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Disciplines
Food Sciences Agriculture Environmental Sciences View 108 other Masters in Food Sciences in United KingdomExplore more key information
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English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates must normally possess, or be expected to achieve, a first or second class UK Honours degree in a relevant science or social science-based discipline; or the international equivalent of these UK qualifications. Other relevant qualifications together with industrial experience may be considered.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
22150 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22150 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
10825 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10825 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Home:
- MSc Part-time £1,685
- PgDip Full-time £8,250
- PgDip Part-time £1,685
- PgCert Full-time £4,750
- PgCert Part-time £1,685
International:
- MSc Part-time £22,150
- PgDip Full-time £17,950
- PgDip Part-time £17,950
- PgCert Full-time £8,950
- PgCert Part-time £8,950
Living costs for Cranfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- GREAT China Scholarship
- The Cranfield Scholarship
- Masters Loan from Student Finance England
- Santander Scholarship
- Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Countries
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.