Master of Science in Food and Nutritional Product Development

at Atlantic Technological University, Sligo

Modules
 

• Nutrition Through the Life Stages
• Food Chemistry and Analysis
• Current and Emerging Trends in Food Technology
• Food Safety Quality and Legislation
• Research Methods

• 3 or 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject from a recognised higher education institution that is considered comparable to a 2:2 Irish Bachelor (Honours) Degree (NQF Level 8)

The cost of studying at Atlantic Technological University, Sligo largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €12,000 annually, to study in Atlantic Technological University, Sligo.

​​​​​​Career opportunities include:
 

• NPD /R&D Manager positions in the Food Industry.
• Technical and Quality Roles within the Food Industry.
• Consultancy for the food industry
• Food and nutritional research.
• Food and nutritional education. 
• Food business start-ups.
• Food business entrepreneurs.