MSc in Food Regulatory Affairs
An online postgraduate programme specialising in food law, safety, and compliance standards.
Best for:Best for professionals or graduates in food science, nutrition, veterinary medicine, or related fields seeking to specialise in food regulatory affairs and compliance.
Overview
This online Master of Science in Food Regulatory Affairs at Ulster University offers specialised training in food law, safety regulations, and compliance frameworks. Designed for professionals seeking expertise in food regulatory systems, the programme covers key areas such as food legislation, risk assessment, and industry standards. It caters to graduates from relevant disciplines like nutrition, food science, and veterinary medicine, as well as those with prior experience in food regulatory affairs. The flexible online format allows students to study at their own pace while gaining practical insights into global food safety challenges.
What you'll do
- Study food law, safety regulations, and compliance frameworks through online modules.
- Engage in case studies and practical applications of food regulatory principles.
- Develop expertise in risk assessment methodologies for food safety.
- Analyse and interpret food legislation at national and international levels.
- Complete a research project focused on a specific aspect of food regulatory affairs.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours or non-Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Human Nutrition, Food Science, Agriculture/Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, or Law with demonstrated experience in food regulatory affairs.
Degree offered: MSc in Food Regulatory Affairs (or PgD/PgCert as applicable)
Language: English; Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent (e.g., Trinity ISE Pass at Level III).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic background in food science, nutrition, or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).
- Ability to undertake independent study and research.
- Applicants must hold a recognised degree with a pass mark (50% minimum for PgCert).
- Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may be considered for partial exemptions.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions, but English proficiency is mandatory.
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How to apply
Deadline: rolling (submit no later than two weeks prior to course start date) · open until filled
Applicants can apply directly to Ulster University at any time. Submit your application through the university’s online portal, ensuring you meet the two-week prior deadline to your course start date. Some programmes may require additional steps like interviews or portfolio submissions, so check the course page for details.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation (if required)
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