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Functional Foods and Product Development Postgraduate Diploma

1 Year On Campus Diploma Program

University of Limerick

Program Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Functional Foods and Product Development is an innovative, evidence-based interdisciplinary programme, with research excellence in food science at its centre. Students will explore the theoretical and practical science & technologies behind the development and validation of functional foods, ranging from conceptualization of food development to human interventions and food efficacy. The course program offers a wide variety of Modules that will aid the student to design in vitro (i.e., chemical and cell-based protocols) and in vivo (i.e. yeasts, animals, and human interventions) protocols. Additionally, the student will be able to analyse data and make inferences about the effectiveness/functionality of the ingredient and/or food models developed.

Program Key Stats

€11600 (Annual cost)
Rolling


89%

Eligibility Criteria


6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

A primary degree (Level 8 - NFQ or other internationally recognized equivalent) with a minimum second-class hons, in a relevant branch of Food Science and Health Sciences (i.e., Nutrition and Pharmacy) or Food, Biosciences, Bioprocessing/Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering. Degrees in Chemistry, Food Technology, Food Engineering, and Biology are also accepted. IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any component. Qualification transcripts and certificates. A copy of your birth certificate/passport .

Career Options

  • Career in the areas of Food technology
  • Nutrition
  • Food chemistry

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