MSc in Insights and Innovation
A fully-funded master’s programme combining academic study with an industry placement in food, beverage, or horticulture innovation.
Best for:Best for professionals with 3+ years of experience in food, beverage, or innovation sectors who seek a career in insight-driven commercialisation and industry innovation.
Overview
The MSc in Insights and Innovation at Dublin City University is a unique programme designed for professionals passionate about driving innovation in the food, beverage, or horticulture sectors. Through Bord Bia’s Talent Academy, this 15-month programme offers a fully-funded master’s degree, a paid industry placement, and a monthly bursary. Participants engage in hands-on innovation projects, either within a company or as part of a general entry pathway, while building expertise in insight-led commercialisation. The programme targets ambitious individuals eager to establish careers in these dynamic industries, blending academic rigor with real-world industry experience.
What you'll do
- Complete a 15-month full-time master’s programme in Insights and Innovation at Dublin City University.
- Engage in a paid industry placement within a Bord Bia client company in the food, beverage, or horticulture sector.
- Develop and execute an insight-led innovation project tailored to industry needs or company-specific challenges.
- Collaborate with academic supervisors and industry mentors to bridge theoretical knowledge and practical application.
- Contribute to the development of innovative solutions for commercialisation in the food and beverage industry.
- Participate in workshops, seminars, and industry events focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
Requirements
Degree required: A 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent international qualification in any discipline; applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree may be considered based on availability and performance in relevant modules.
Degree offered: MSc in Insights and Innovation
Language: English proficiency; specific requirements available at [DCU English Language Requirements](https://www.dcu.ie/registry/english.shtml)
Instruction: English
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience, ideally in the food, beverage, or innovation sector.
- Demonstrable passion for innovation and creativity in food or beverage industries.
- Clear commitment to establishing a career in the food, beverage, or horticulture sectors.
- Eligibility to work and study in Ireland.
- Willingness to commit to a full-time 15-month programme.
- Eligibility to work and study in Ireland.
- No age restrictions mentioned, but 3+ years of work experience required.
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How to apply
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Applicants can apply through the official DCU application portal. There are two entry pathways: General Entry for self-applicants and Company Sponsored for employees of Bord Bia client companies. Both pathways require submission of academic transcripts, proof of work experience, and a statement of purpose.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of 3+ years’ work experience (if applicable)
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Proof of eligibility to work and study in Ireland
- English language proficiency certificate (if applicable)
Contact
Bord Bia Talent Academy· Programme Coordinator
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