Agrifood Innovation

Program Overview

The MRes Agrifood Innovation program at Aberystwyth University combines distance learning with workplace research to advance knowledge in the Circular Economy within the agrifood industry. It offers flexible study options, with a focus on updating technical knowledge and providing a stepping stone for career growth in the sector. Assessment involves coursework and research monitoring, while teaching methods include online materials and interactive discussions.

Program Outline

Aimed at those working with or within the Welsh agrifood supply chains, this course places greater emphasis on research than on taught elements and is an ideal stepping stone for those considering developing the research aspect of their career.

Outline:

• Course Duration: 5 years
• Delivery Method: Distance learning
• Structure:
• Individual taught modules run for 14 weeks by distance learning.
• There are three intakes per year so you can start in January, May or September.
• The research elements are carried out in your workplace with regular academic supervision.
• The training is web-based which means that as long as you have access to a reasonable broadband connection (i.e.
are able to stream videos such as on YouTube), you can study wherever and whenever best suits you.
• A three-year version of this course (D792D3) is available for those in receipt of a student loan.
• Modules:
• Core Modules:
• MRes Research Project (A) - BDM6060 - 60 credits
• MRes Research Project (B) - BDM6160 - 60 credits
• Research Methods - BDM0120 - 20 credits
• MRes Dissertation DL (A) - BDM0060 - 60 credits (September start only)
• MRes Dissertation DL (B) - BDM0260 - 60 credits (September start only)
• Optional Modules:
• Behaviour Change - BDM8820 - 20 credits
• Biorefining Technologies - BDM7720 - 20 credits
• Controlled Environment Agriculture - BDM6220 - 20 credits
• Future of Packaging - BDM1320 - 20 credits
• Horticultural Science - BDM6920 - 20 credits
• Life Cycle Assessment and Beyond - BDM6320 - 20 credits
• Livestock Health and Welfare - BDM5920 - 20 credits
• Meat Processing - BDM8720 - 20 credits
• Precision Livestock - BDM6420 - 20 credits
• Public Goods - BDM1920 - 20 credits
• Sustainable Supply Systems - BDM1120 - 20 credits
• Waste Resource Management - BDM1220 - 20 credits

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• No exams within this programme.
• Taught modules are assessed via coursework and forum discussion.
• Research is monitored and assessed.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Learning material includes podcast lectures, e-group projects, guided reading, interactive workbooks and discussion forums, as well as assignments and e-tutorials.

Careers:

• Career Paths:
• Most people undertaking this course are already employed in the agri-food sector and see it as a way to update and improve their technical knowledge while working towards a qualification.

Other:

• Course Availability:
• Available for May start 2024, September start 2024, January start 2025, May start 2025, September start 2025, 2026, 2026.
• Language:
• Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh.