About the course

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Brewing and Distilling includes modules on the technical aspects of brewing and distilling, and the opportunity to acquire hands-on practical experience in these disciplines in our new facilities on the TU Dublin Grangegorman Campus.

　　It includes modules in science related to Brewing and Distilling, including Microbiology, Fermentation, Distillation, and Analysis, and also Beverage Regulatory Affairs, and modules in Evaluation of Beers and Draughts, and Spirits and Liquors, which includes consumer and service elements delivered from colleagues in the School of Culinary Arts and Food Technology.

　　Students will learn the process of product development and sensory analysis and will make their own bespoke beverage (concept through to final product). This is coupled with an introduction to the ?business world? through a creation, innovation and entrepreneurship module.

　　Students will also have the opportunity to attend guest lectures from industry experts and visit specialised facilities. They will also grow their network of contacts and gain experience through their 6-week brewing and distilling work practice module in a brewing and distilling company (or in-house for employees currently working in the drinks sector). Graduates of this programme are equipped with the skills to seek out a rewarding career in the drinks sector in areas such as: production, processing, quality assurance, analysis and entrepreneurship.

　　Examples of these titles include: brewer, cellar brewer, distiller, beverage technician, cellar manager, beverage quality controller, laboratory technician, beverage entrepreneur, innovation specialist, new product development scientist, maltster, packaging operative, keg operative, process operative. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Grangegorman

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for TU Dublin

Level 8 NFQ) or higher Degree in Science, Food, Engineering or Business

　　Level 7 (NFQ) with significant relevant industrial experience may be considered if deemed appropriate by the TU Dublin RPL Policy

　　Or International equivalent as deemed appropriate by TU Dublin. International students must have evidence of a proficiency in the English language e.g., IELTS 6.0.

　　IELTS The minimum score is 6.0 with no less than 6 in each component,

　　TOEFL iBT The minimum score is 80

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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