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Food of Life – (M.Sc.)
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Faculty of Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | 1 December 2011 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,000 - ≈ € 8,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Uppsala / Sweden / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Food of Life is a cross-disciplinary master´s program within the science of animal-derived foods. In a unique way the course combine animal science, food science and technology.
Food of Life is a part of the Erasmus Mundus program initiated by the European Commission to enhance and promote European higher education throughout the world.The two-year Master´s program builds on the expertise of four European universities:
- University of Copenhagen,
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences,
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona,
- University of Helsinki
Food of Life is a cross-disciplinary Master´s program integrating Animal Science, Food Science and Technology. In a unique way, the education combines these sciences focusing on social as well as cultural and, of course, scientific aspects of the food production chain.
As an EM Food of Life student, you must study in two of the consortium partner countries. If you hold an Erasmus Mundus scholarship, these two countries must be diff-erent from the country in which you obtained your last university degree. You will also have the opportunity for a shorter study period in Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand or Italy. The program is taught in English and leads to the award of a Double Degree (120 ECTS) in animal science and/or food science disciplines, depending on the choice of institutions.
Future
Through the EM Food of Life Masters program you will acquire knowledge in the basic theories, practical technologies and research and development methodologies, preparing you for a career in the food production industries. You will work with topics such as:
- How to meet increased global requirements for meat and milk products
- How to deal with increased emphasis on product quality, proven health benefits for the consumer
- How to improve animal health and welfare reduced environment impact
Contents
As an EM Food of Life student, you must study in two of the consortium partner countries. If you hold an Erasmus Mundus scholarship, these two countries must be diff-erent from the country in which you obtained your last university degree.
You will also have the opportunity for a shorter study period in Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand or Italy. The program is taught in English and leads to the award of a Double Degree (120 ECTS) in animal science and/or food science disciplines, depending on the choice of institutions.
Animal and Food Science
The EM Food of Life Masters Course has inputs in both animal and food science, and outputs relevant to both consumer and animal health.
Essential components are:
Food: Meat and milk products derived from all the relevant farm species including
pigs, cattle, small ruminants and poultry
Life: Effects of nutrition on the health of the consumer, and effects of production
systems on the health of the animal
Study at two European universities
The course comprises one year (60 ECTS) at each of two of the four EM Food of Life partner institutions.
All students will attend an Introductory Module at the start of Year One and a Summer School at the start of Year Two.
Intro Course
Study Year One
- University of Copenhagen, UC or
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, SLU
Joint Summer School
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, UAB or
- University of Helsinki, UH
Study Year Two
- University of Copenhagen, UC
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, SLU
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, UAB
- University of Helsinki, UH
Further international profile
Students will also have the opportunity of a study period with Associate Partners in North America, United Kingdom, New Zealand and Italy. Study Periods may comprise research courses, laboratory experience or industry experience.
Year one at University of Copenhagen
Course Options:
- Advanced Mammalian Biology
- Dietary Intake and Nutrition Physiology
- Experimental Animal Nutrition and Physiology (theoretical)
- Experimental Animal Nutrition and Production (practical)
- Introduction to Dairy Technology
- Meat Processing
- Meat Production
- Thematic Course: Meat as a Raw Material
Year one at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Course Options:
- Animal Food Products (course description will be uploaded soon!)
- Animal Nutrition and Health
- Basic Nutrition
- Biology of Lactation
- Cattle Production
- Comparative Nutrition
- Pig Production
- Poultry Production
- Production and Utilization of Forage
Year two at University of Copenhagen
- Human Nutrition
- Muscle Biology and Meat Quality
- Production Animal Health
- Study
- Period
- Option
- Thesis Project in Food Science, Animal Science or combined discipline
Year two at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
- Biology of Lactation
- Globalization Aspects
- Food Microbiology
- Study Period Option
- Thesis Project in Animal Science
Year two at University of Helsinki Nordic Production Systems
- Meat Processing
- Milk Processing
- Study Period Option
- Thesis Project in Food Science, Animal Science or combined discipline
Year two at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
- Mediterranean
- Production Systems
- Niche and Novel
- Food Products
- Small Ruminants
- Study Period Option
- Thesis Project in Food Science, Animal Science or combined discipline
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Admission Criteria
- A good first university degree within relevant discipline (animal science, food science or technology, other biological science) (weight 60%)
- High proficiency in English : IELTS score: 6.0 TOEFL score: 560/IBT 83 (weight 10%)
- Strong personal statement of motivation (weight 10%)
- Good recommendations from two references, of which at least one is academic (weight 10%)
- Relevant work experience (weight 10%)
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 560 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 83 |
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