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Wageningen University Netherlands, Wageningen

Location Netherlands, Wageningen Type Postgraduate, full-time Begins September Duration 2 years Study language English Awards MSc Tuition fee €1,750.00 per year Entry qualification Undergraduate diploma (or higher) General admission requirements: • A BSc degree (or equivalent) in a field of science relevant to your selected programme • A Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 70% of the maximum grade • Good working knowledge in mathematics and/or statistics Please review the required documents for additional information. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Language requirements English Accepted proof of proficiency: CAE or CPE, IELTS 6+, TOEFL 79+ or other equivalent Other requirements At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. The reference / letter of reccommendation can be given by a professor or employer. Please note! You are not allowed to apply to more than 2 courses from Wageningen University. It is recommended to add an abstract (summary) of your BA or MSc thesis to the application. Also a typed Curriculum Vitae or brief personal history is necessary. More information Expenses, accommodation, working etc. mft.wur.nl/UK

Apply now! Fall 2013 Application deadline: 1 Jun 2013 23:59 (GMT)

Course overview

Wageningen University is one of the leading centres in Food Science and Technology in Europe and the world.

The history of the Food Technology programme at Wageningen University goes back more than 50 years; it is considered to be one of the best and most innovative programmes in its field in Europe. Wageningen University also offers high-level courses and research in all areas of food science, ranging from advanced technical fields such as Molecular Biology to fields with a more economic or sociological focus such as Marketing and Consumer Wishes. The Wageningen Food Science faculty is larger than that at any other European university, and includes professors and lecturers from a wide range of departments: Food Chemistry, Food Physics, Food Microbiology, Product Design and Quality Management, Food Process Engineering and Toxicology.

Specialisations:
Food Technology covers nearly all aspects of food science and technology. Because this is a very broad field, students are required to choose one of the specialisations offered within the programme.
• Food Biotechnology
• Food Innovation and Management
• Ingredient Functionality
• Gastronomy
• Product Design
• Sustainable Food Processing
• Dairy Science and Technology
Or you can choose one of the international specialisations
• European Masters Degree in Food Studies
• Sensory Science

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Food Technology programme generally will find a job in either one of the food industries, the government, universities or institutes. Around 10% of the graduates will pursue a PhD degree.

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