Program Overview
The Food Technology and Human Nutrition at Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Food Technology and Human Nutrition programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Poland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Wroclaw, Poland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Food Technology and Human Nutrition programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Semester 1 (UPWr)
Biotechnology of plant products, forms of intellectual and industrial property, diploma seminar and laboratory
Semester 2 (UMH)
Biotechnological advances in food production, food hygiene, innovation in meat, dairy, fish and plant-based food production, sensory analysis as a tool for food innovation, management and funding of research, planning and preparation of scientific papers, research in quality and safety of animal products, master thesis.
Semester 3 (UPWr)
Aromatic profile in food and its relationship with quality, antioxidants, nutraceuticals, and functional food ingredients, innovative packaging, advanced methodologies in food quality and safety, advanced animal well-being, biosiustainability and assesment of food industry co-products, market research and directions of agro-food marketing, master thesis.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission to general academic postgraduate study of Food Technology and Human Nutrition, applicants must have earned a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with engineering competence necessary to continue their education at postgraduate course in their field of study. In particular, the candidate should comply with the following competence requirements:
- knowledge in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, mathematics and physics relevant to food science;
- knowledge and skills in evaluation of raw materials and plan and animal food products;
- knowledge and skills in application of various food technology operations, equipment and devices;
- knowledge and skills in food manufacturing, preservation and storage processes;
- knowledge and skills in the field of sensory, physical-chemical, microbiological and toxicological food analysis;
- knowledge of the principles of rational nutrition for different population groups and the ability to develop appropriate dietary plans for the healthy and the sick;
- skills in reporting, presentation and documentation of research results and presentation and documentation of project assignment results.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences
Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences
Wrocław, Poland
The Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences is a state university in Wrocław, Poland, established as an independent university in 1951. It conducts training and research in the field...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-02-15
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
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