Overview
NFQ Level 9, Minor Award
Exit Award only
Students on the MSc (Food Microbiology) programme who attain a pass (40%) in each of the taught modules, but do not reach the 50% threshold across 6 of the 7 taught modules: MB4110, MB4111, MB4113, MB6114, MB6027, MB6003 and MB6010 required to progress to the research dissertation will be conferred with a Postgraduate Certificate in Food Microbiology. Similarly, students who pass the taught modules and do not wish to complete the research dissertation may opt to be conferred with a Postgraduate Certificate in Food Microbiology.
Programme Requirements
For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.
Programme Requirements
Module List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| |
| MB6006 | Library Project in Food Microbiology | 5 |
| MB6027 | Research Frontiers in Food Microbiology | 5 |
| ML6005 | Molecular Techniques in the Life Sciences | 5 |
| PG6001 | STEPS - Scientific Training for Enhanced Postgraduate Studies | 5 |
| MB6010 | Analytical Food Microbiology | 10 |
| 25 |
| Food Markets and Policy | |
| Food Fermentation and Mycology | |
| Microbial Food Safety | |
| Food Biotechnology | |
| Hygienic Production of Food | |
| Functional Foods for Health | |
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 Postgraduate Certificate in Food Microbiology (NFQ Level9, Minor Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- Describe and discuss the practical value of food microbiology in ensuring food quality and food safety;
- Explain the importance of food microbiology in developing new, innovative and healthy foods;
- Communicate effectively on food microbiology-related issues to different stakeholders;
- Develop the capacity to undertake lifelong learning.
