MSc Food Process Engineering

Program Overview

The program covers core subjects in chemical and process engineering, brewing, distilling, bioscience, and biology, with a focus on sustainability issues in food production. Students develop valuable transferable skills and gain access to specialist equipment and laboratories, preparing them for careers as food process engineers upon graduation.

Program Outline

• You will explore core subjects in chemical and process engineering, brewing, distilling, bioscience, and biology.
• You will learn to assess and address sustainability issues in food production, gaining a broad spectrum of expertise.
• You will develop valuable transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, and time management.
• Upon completion, you will have the breadth and depth of knowledge required by the food and beverage industry, including the underlying principles, concepts, theories, methods, and current and emerging developments.

Outline:

• The program follows a comprehensive curriculum with a mix of lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practicals.
• You will study courses including food biotechnology, future foods, food processing, and beverage microbiology and biochemistry.
• In the third semester, you will undertake an extensive research investigation in your chosen area of food process engineering through your dissertation.
• You can customize your learning by focusing on specific areas of interest and conducting research projects in your chosen field.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods include coursework, exams, and your dissertation.
• You will receive support and feedback throughout your studies.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by research-active chemical and process engineers, brewing and distilling scientists, and academics with extensive practical and professional experience.
• You will learn from academics involved in world-leading research in areas such as functional properties of food proteins, characterization of beneficial food-related phytochemicals, and nanomaterials in food.
• You will have the opportunity to work on real-world problems and collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines.

Careers:

• This program prepares you for employment as food process engineers upon graduation.
• You will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to address the global industry demand for graduates with science or engineering backgrounds who have expertise in the food and drink sector.
• The program's structure and content are designed to reflect the current and emerging needs of the industry, ensuring you graduate with the right blend of knowledge, practical skills, and soft skills.

Other:

• 96% of Heriot-Watt University's engineering research was ranked world-leading in the REF 2021 review.

| Tuition Fees | Currency | |---|---| | UK | £10,600 | | Overseas | £24,496 |