MSc by Research Food Process and Manufacturing Optimisation
University of LincolnHolbeach, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc by Research in Food Process and Manufacturing Optimisation is a science and engineering-focussed programme that is tailored for individuals seeking a postgraduate qualification through comprehensive independent primary research in the field. Applicants must possess a degree in food technology/engineering or a related field such as chemical, mechanical, materials, or computer science. Students will undertake supervised research in the modelling of food processes and manufacturing operations, and present their findings in a thesis.
The programme integrates aspects of manufacturing operations, robotics application in food manufacturing processes, data analytics to cultivate critical-thinking, and research skills essential for postgraduate studies. This programme offers students the autonomy to shape the focus of their research, receiving dedicated one-to-one support from experienced supervisors. Students delve into management of food process, manufacturing modelling and food process engineering principles, applying these to enhance operational efficiency, food safety performance, process validations, and sustainable food production within the manufacturing environment.
Key highlights
- Independent primary research culminating in a written thesis
- Supervised research modelling food processes and manufacturing operations
- Covers robotics applications in food manufacturing processes
- Data analytics training to build critical-thinking and research skills
- Freedom to shape research focus with one-to-one supervisor support
- Applies engineering principles to food safety, validation and sustainable production
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Food process engineer
- Manufacturing process improvement engineer
- Food technologist
- Process validation specialist
- Food manufacturing research scientist
- Operations data analyst (food manufacturing)
Cost of study
International: £18,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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