Critically assess and present data concerning food manufacture, management and marketing using appropriate statistical techniques, and, make effective use of information technology. Have appropriate background to enter a career of advanced training and or research in any of these specialised areas. Adapt and learn new techniques in response to future changes in science, technology and the market. Perform the above on the basis of practical experience gained during several periods of industrial training. The course is of four years duration with a structure as shown in the following table.
Students spend a minimum of three periods training in industry as part of the course.
U indicates time spent in the University and I time spent in industry. Industrial placements may be anywhere in the UK and also in many other European countries. The University is part of two EU schemes, Leonardo and Socrates, which support the exchange of staff and students between participating institutions. There are occasional opportunities for training outside Europe. The Department arranges the placements taking into account the students'preferences.