About the course

This MSc course is designed to equip you with an advanced understanding of food security and its role to public health, and to ensure you have the skills and expertise you need to follow a rewarding career in this important area. The study of food security in public health encompasses a number of different fields and areas of expertise so this course takes a multidisciplinary approach. You explore and evaluate current research in the field, the issues within food security in public health and how to overcome them, public health policy and practices, and the effectiveness of public health information. You also study food systems management as well as 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 of enquiry and technical expertise necessary to respond in innovative ways to current and future challenges.

　　Work with our expert Life Sciences team, all of whom are actively involved in research so you are up to the minute when it comes to current and emerging developments in the field

　　Benefit from the expertise of University’s School of Society, Community and Health, who work collaboratively with Life Sciences on this course

　　Access the high-spec science facilities in our STEM building including its state-of-the-art laboratories

　　Build your analytic and evaluative skills with an advanced food security research project

　　Work ly with industry representatives and gain valuable work experience through our Life Sciences Liaison Board, which has strong links to a network of organisations including government regulatory agencies and the health sector

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£14,600

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (October), 2024	Luton
Semester 1 (October), 2025	Luton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Bedfordshire

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level or equivalent

　　To apply for a postgraduate degree MAMScMBALLM at the University of Bedfordshire you should have a good honours degree or equivalent qualification in an appropriate subject from a recognised university or HE institution

　　We will also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications or appropriate work experience

　　UKVI Academic IELTS overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each element

　　TOEFL iBT - Overall - 72 (Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing -17)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 72.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Bedfordshire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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