Program Overview
The GradDip Sustainable Food Processing is a part-time graduate program designed to provide individuals in the food industry with advanced knowledge and skills in sustainable food processing practices. The program emphasizes scientific excellence, critical thinking, and ethical values, preparing students to apply sustainable principles in their work. Graduates gain expertise in key areas of sustainable food processing, enhancing their employability and enabling them to contribute to the improvement of food systems.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The GradDip Sustainable Food Processing is a part-time graduate program designed for individuals working in the food industry who are seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in sustainable food processing practices.
Vision and Values Statement:
The program emphasizes academic excellence in the scientific discipline of sustainable food processing, fostering critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. It promotes professional integrity and ethical values, providing learning opportunities in various environments, including e-classroom, practical sessions, e-learning, and self-directed projects. Assessment methodologies are diverse, encompassing essays, multiple-choice tests, oral tests, assignments, presentations, practical books, and laboratory research.
Programme Outcomes:
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Integrate and apply knowledge of key principles underlying Sustainable Food Processing.
- Demonstrate competence in acquiring, organizing, analyzing, integrating, and critically reviewing information from various sources related to Sustainable Food Processing.
- Construct and defend reasoned conclusions based on their analysis.
- Demonstrate a critical awareness of principles relating to scientific integrity and ethical issues in Sustainable Food Processing.
- Propose and develop solutions to sustainability-related problems in food processing and communicate these effectively to stakeholders.
- Utilize information technology and a range of approaches in their communication.
- Possess a working knowledge of structures and theoretical tools that enable efficient teamwork.
- Demonstrate effective time management and organization skills.
- Think independently, show initiative, evaluate and reflect, set tasks, and select appropriate and reasoned approaches to solve problems.
Careers:
The program is designed to enhance the employability of graduates in the food industry, particularly those seeking to improve the sustainability of food systems. It is suitable for individuals working full-time in the food industry and recent graduates with a BSc. in related fields.
- EU/NONEU fee per credit - € 125.1 Fees are subject to change
- Fees are in Euros (€)
University College Dublin
Overview:
University College Dublin (UCD) is a leading research-intensive university located in Dublin, Ireland. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCD provides a vibrant and diverse campus experience for its students. The university emphasizes the holistic development of its students, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
UCD is renowned for its strong research output and collaborations with industry partners.Global Partnerships:
The university boasts a vast network of partner institutions worldwide, providing students with opportunities for international study and exchange.Transformational Learning:
UCD focuses on providing a transformative learning experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.Other:
UCD is actively involved in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. The university is committed to creating a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities.
Entry Requirements:
The course is aimed at: in areas such as Science, Agriculture, Nutrition and Environmental Sciences, as a means of differentiating themselves from other graduates in this area and thus increasing their employability.
Specific Requirements:
- Applicants must hold a minimum of a Second Class Honors degree (NFQ Level 8 or international equivalent) in a cognate subject (Science, Engineering or related discipline).
- Applicants with other awards who hold substantial relevant work experience will also be considered.
Huge and always expanding. Lots of course options and the professors care a lot about what they teach. Huge amount of students and clubs so there is something for everyone.
Finished my Masters in Food Safety here in 2019. Quality of education is pretty good. Facilities are on point. One of the better universities in Ireland. A lot of extra curricular activities organised all round the year. No racism or any other issue as per my experience. Teaching staff is quite knowledgeable. I loved my time there. 10/10
