Overview
The MSc in Dairy Technology and Innovation is a part-time work-based programme run over one calendar year consisting of 90 credits, 60 credits of which are taken as part of the Postgraduate Diploma in Dairy Technology and Innovation.
Programme Requirements
For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.
Programme Requirements
Module List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
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| FE6501 | Communication Processes Across the Supply Chain | 5 |
| FE6502 | Trends and Dynamics Across Dairy Markets | 5 |
| FS6201 | Milk Production and Quality | 5 |
| FS6202 | Dairy Chemistry | 5 |
| FS6203 | Dairy Processing Technology | 5 |
| MB6201 | Dairy Microbiology | 5 |
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| FS6106 | Advanced Topics in Dairy Biochemistry | 5 |
| FS6208 | Cheese Science and Technology | 5 |
| FS6209 | Ice cream Science and Technology | 5 |
| FS6210 | Thermal Processing | 5 |
| FS6211 | Sustainability in the Dairy Sector | 5 |
| FS6212 | Technologies for Fractionation, Concentration and Drying in Dairy Processing | 5 |
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| FS6213 | Research Dissertation in Dairy Technology and Innovation | 30 |
| Total Credits | 90 |
Examinations
Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Learning Outcomes for MSc in Dairy Technology and Innovation (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- Plan, conduct and manage a significant research project in dairy science and technology;
- Present, as a dissertation, original research in dairy science and technology and an evaluation of the associated scientific literature;
- Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems in dairy science;
- Explain the principles of, and apply in practice, techniques used in dairy research;
- Work effectively in group settings;
- Develop the capacity to undertake lifelong learning.
