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Course summary
- Develop a broad knowledge and scientific understanding of the principles for developing and preserving, managing food development and quality and commercial product management
- Develop managerial skills, practical skills and behaviour change theories relevant to the food sector
- Benefit from the University's approach to employability
- Opt to spend a year on an international placement
This course has been designed to prepare masters students to work in the international food supply industry. You will gain an understanding of how food can be preserved throughout the distribution chain to ensure the supply, marketing and distribution of safe, wholesome food.
Accredited by
The course is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for the purpose of gaining exemptions from units on CIM qualifications. Students may have the opportunity to join The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) as a Studying Member.
Sheffield Business School accreditation
Sheffield Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing us in the top 5% of business schools globally.
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How you learn
Your lecturer's view
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
You will build a broad knowledge of food processing and safety, product development, business to business and consumer marketing and the food chain. You also have opportunities to develop managerial and technical skills relevant to the food sector.
You learn through:
- work-related learning
- group work
- learning sets
- consultancy projects
- research
- peer feedback
- personal reflection
- mentor scheme
- coursework
- essays
- reports
This course is delivered face-to-face over three semesters - teaching is scheduled based on the length of your course and the academic calendar.
Work experience is embedded midway through your course. Your dissertation module will be submitted upon completion of your placement.
Course leaders and tutors
Jordan Beaumont
Lecturer in Food and NutritionStaff profile for Jordan Beaumont, Lecturer in Food and Nutrition at Sheffield Hallam University
Applied learning
Work placements
The work-related learning module gives you a valuable insight into the roles of process or product development technologists, or product account technologists, and the importance of continuing professional development. It also allows you to practically apply the skills you learn during the course.
The placement is an additional opportunity for you to develop your practical skills, either in the UK or abroad. You are supported in securing a placement through a series of employability workshops offered by specialist academic staff. There is also a dedicated postgraduate placement team who manage placement opportunities.
Live projects
All students will have access to a mentor scheme within the work related activities. Working with a mentor will enable students to understand and critically analyse the range of opportunities available to them.
Networking opportunities
The work-related learning opportunities, visiting guest lectures, work experience opportunities and mentor scheme all demonstrate the industry engagement available to you.
The course is designed and delivered by an industry-experienced team of academic staff, with an international focus as it attracts students from all around the world.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- technical management
- product development
- product management in the food supply, food manufacturing, food retailing or food service sectors
- food safety
- food analysis
- food manufacturing
- quality assurance
- risk assessment management
- Government Organisations/Non-Government Organisations
- potential progression to PhD
- food consumer and market research
- food merchandising and marketing
- consumer insight
- food innovation
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Learn moreEquipment and facilities
On this course you work with
- Blackboard
- internet
- bespoke software packages
- mentor scheme
- modern kitchens
- specialist equipment
Entry requirements
All students
Normally one of the following in a relevant subject
• an honours degree, 2.2 or above
• an equivalent recognised qualification
• an HND with significant relevant industrial experience
Relevant subjects include • business • science • social science • a food related discipline
In exceptional circumstances we consider candidates without formal qualifications who demonstrate the necessary experience, intellect and motivation. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more
Work Experience Route
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in all skills.
Non Work Experience Route
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in all skills.
If your English language skill is currently below the required level we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
Additional information for EU/International students
This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Business And Management Strategy | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Developing Food Concepts And Products | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Dissertation | Credits: 45 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Food Chain | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module: Food Marketing | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Food Processing Safety And Quality Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module: Research Methods | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Work Related Learning | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Food Consumer Behaviour | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
Year 2
| Module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Module: Msc Placement | Credits: - |
Postgraduate student loans
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Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
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