MSc in Meat Science and Technology
This well established programme is unique in the UK, highly regarded by the meat industry and attracts students from around the world. Currently the programme has seven subject units, a transferable skills unit and an in-depth research project.
Each subject unit is taught in a two week block by research staff who are experts in their own fields. The programme is based at the University of Bristol's Langford site, about 20 km to the south west of Bristol. A part-time option allows industry employees to complete the programme over two to three years.
Each module carries 15 credit points and the research project 60 credits, leading to the award of a Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits), a Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits) or an MSc degree (180 credits). If you register for a certificate or diploma, you may transfer to the next stage of the programme depending on satisfactory progress.
Programme Structure
First term
You must complete the following four units and the first part of the Transferable Skills unit:
- Animal Production and the Meat Chain
- Animal Welfare on Farm and at Slaughter
- Biochemistry and Meat Quality
- Poultry Production and Processing
Second term
You must complete the remaining three units and the second part of the Transferable Skills unit:
- Meat Hygiene and Public Health
- Meat Processing and Technology
- Principles of Refrigeration and Heat Processing
Third term
You must complete an in-depth research project. Practical work begins in May and a research thesis is due in September.
Key Facts
| Awards Available | MSc PG Dip PG Cert |
|---|---|
| Research Assessment Score | Unit of Assessment 16 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details. |
| Duration of programme | One year full-time; two to three years part-time |
| Part-time study available? | Yes - including distance learning option |
| Entry requirements | A lower second-class honours degree or international equivalent, ideally in an animal, food or veterinary science subject. For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website. |
| Open to International students? | Yes |
| IELTS score | 6.5 overall, with 6.5 in each band |
| Number of places | 15 - 20 |
| Fees | PGCert andPGDip: To be confirmed MSc: Full-time UK/EU £ 9,000; overseas £17,000 Part-time UK/EU £4,500; overseas n/a. |
| Funding Options | Various scholarships funded by the meat industry are available, please see the Department website for further details. International students can also search for funding options on the International Office website. Further information on funding for UK students is available from the Student Funding Office. |
| Admissions Statement | Admissions statement available in our A-Z of postgraduate admissions statements. |
| Application Deadline | Not fixed |
Contact information
Dr P R Sheard
School of Veterinary Sciences
Langford
Bristol
BS40 5DU, UK
Tel: +44 (0) 117 928 9240
Fax: +44 (0) 117 928 9324
Email:
Peter.Sheard@bristol.ac.uk
WWW: http://www.vetschool.bris.ac.uk/courses/msc