University of Bedfordshire

Food Security in Public Health MSc

University of BedfordshireLuton campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

On this multidisciplinary course, you explore and evaluate current research; the issues within food security in public health and how to overcome them; the effectiveness of public health information; food systems management; and the legal and ethical considerations including those relating to food standards. The course links theory to practical application with case studies from both developed and developing economies so you develop the skills necessary to respond in innovative ways to current and future challenges. Establish links and gain valuable work experience through our Life Sciences Liaison Board, which draws in industry-wide professionals such as Life Science Group, the NHS and GrowPura.

The Board’s close partnerships with real-world experts means our forward-thinking course is aligned with the needs of both industry and wider society. The course is delivered collaboratively by the University’s School of Life Sciences and School of Society, Community and Health, drawing on the academic teams' collective knowledge and expertise to address the subject’s multidisciplinary nature.

Key highlights

  • Work experience and industry links through the Life Sciences Liaison Board
  • Liaison Board partners include Life Science Group, the NHS and GrowPura
  • Case studies from both developed and developing economies
  • Covers food systems management and food standards law and ethics
  • Taught jointly by life sciences and health and community schools
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of public health information

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include related area

Scholarships

  • Alumni Scholarship

    The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.

    Up to £3,000
  • Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship

    Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.

  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Food security policy officer
  • Public health officer
  • Food safety and standards officer
  • Public health nutrition specialist
  • Food systems analyst
  • NGO programme officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,000 per year | International: £17,900 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 Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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