The Advanced Food Safety MSc at Queen's University Belfast equips you to address critical global challenges in food integrity, authenticity, and security. You will explore emerging issues and analytical approaches to monitor and regulate food safety, delving into core topics such as chemical and biological hazards, traceability, and the latest analytical technologies. This postgraduate programme is ideal for those aiming to build a career within the agri-food industry and related sectors, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and regulatory landscape.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is delivered over one year, immersing you in both conventional techniques and advanced bioanalytical instrumentation. You will gain hands-on experience with equipment like GC, HPLC, and various mass spectrometers, alongside cell culture and genomic tools. The curriculum includes a significant dissertation-based research project, allowing you to investigate a food safety topic in depth. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills and practical experience, preparing you for roles in food safety regulation, quality assurance, and research within the global food industry.