Master of Science in Food and Nutritional Product Development Atlantic Technological University - Sligo Campus, Ireland

Consumer trends and global markets for the foods we eat are continually changing. The food choices made by consumers are often influenced by a number of key factors such as nutritional value, health benefits, production practices, food security and sustainability. In light of this, the duty lies with the Food Industry to develop and deliver safe quality foods that meet consumer demands. Product development is at the core of any thriving food business, ensuring continued innovation, market growth, competitiveness and sustainability. Highly skilled food product development specialists are paramount to this success.

This course looks to address the needs of those in the Food Industry who are keen to expand their understanding and effectiveness in developing nutritional food products to ensure they are at the forefront of food innovation. This course also provides the skills and knowledge to recent graduates to aid them in pursuing a career in food product development.

With the Food Industry becoming increasingly fast paced and globalised, employers require staff members that are knowledgeable, skilled and confident in the area of product development. This course will provide students with the necessary tools to not only understand the practices employed during successful food product development, but also give them the confidence to apply these in an industrial setting, to further the success of the Food Industry.

The expansive eligibility criteria for applicants to this course affords successful candidates the opportunity to study alongside, and interact with, people from diverse educational, cultural and societal backgrounds as well as those at differing stages of their professional careers. It is envisaged that this interaction will aid students in developing a well-rounded perspective(s) on many of the themes and challenges facing product development in the Food and Beverage sector.