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Erasmus Mundus Food of Life (EMFOL) – (M.Sc.)
University of Copenhagen
Faculty of Life Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Admission in Autumn 2011: 1 December 2010 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 10,000 ≈ € 24,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Copenhagen / Denmark / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Copenhagen
EM Food of Life is part of the Erasmus Mundus programme initiated by the European Commission to enhance and promote European higher education throughout the world. The two-year Masters Course builts on the expertise of four European universities:
- University of Copenhagen, UC
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, SLU
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, UAB
- University of Helsinki, UH
Integration of Animal Science and Food Science and Technology
EM Food of Life is a cross-disciplinary Masters Course in the science of animal-derived foods. In a unique way, the course combines animal science and food science and technology focusing on social as well as cultural and, of course, scientific aspects of the food production chain.
What will I study?
Through the EM Food of Life Masters Course, you will acquire basic theoretical knowledge, practical techonologies, 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
Two Universities - Double Degree
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 different 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 course 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.
Contents
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
Double Degree
The EM Food of Life Masters Course leads to a Double Degree, i.e. two nationally recognised MSc degrees of 120 ECTS.
Depending on your host institutions, the following degrees are awarded:
- Master of Science in Food Science and Technology - University of Copenhagen
- Master of Science (two year) with a major in Animal Science - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
- Master of Science in Food Sciences - University of Helsinki
- Master of Science in Research in Animal and Food Sciences - Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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
Year one at
University of Copenhagen
Course Options:
- Advanced Mammalian Biology
- Cheese Technology
- Chemical Food Safety
- Control of Foodborne Microorganisms
- Introduction to Dairy Technology
- Lactic Acid Bacteria Microbiology
- Meat Processing
- Meat Production
- Starter and non-Starter Cultures for Dairy Products
- 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
- 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 |
Accreditation
The programmes of University of Copenhagen are being accredited by national accreditation agency ACE Denmark.
THE-QS ranking: University of Copenhagen is the highest ranked Nordic university on the list of the world´s best universities according to the 2009 edition of Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings. This year, University of Copenhagen is ranked number 51 worldwide and number 15 in Europe.
Funding details
EU/EEA-citizens do not pay tuition fees in Denmark. However, all students applying for an MSc programme with citizenship outside EU/EEA must pay an annual tuition fee of Euro 14,000. All non-EU/EUA applicants applying for admission to an MSc degree programme are automatically considered for a limited number of scholarships and tuition fee waivers. Priority is given to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance.
Non-EU/EEA students can also find funding opportunities in Denmark through the PLOTEUS portal: http://ec.europa.eu/ploteus/resultdisplay.jsp?docType=14&type=EG&language=en&mode=&ors=375&lc=196&r=389
Non-EU/EEA students from Danida (Danish International Development Assistance) programme countries can apply for a fellowship through Danida's fellowship programme. Applications must be submitted to Danida through the Danish embassy in your home country. For more information, please see www.dfcentre.com
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