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Food Regulatory Affairs


Ulster University London & Birmingham

Summary

Price
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
2 years · Self-paced
Qualification
PgCert
Awarded by Ulster University
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Food Regulatory Affairs is an interdisciplinary subject area - integrating science, law and food/health policy as applied to the regulation of the entire food chain from pre-harvest to the consumer. International perspectives on Food Regulatory Affairs have become increasingly important, particularly since the formation of the World Trade Organisation and the international acceptance of Codex Alimentarius standards. This programme is designed to provide postgraduate training in Food Regulatory Affairs for individuals employed in the food sector, regulatory agencies, government departments, and trade organisations as well as those who wish to develop their career in this field. The awards are granted jointly between Ulster University (UK), and University College Dublin (IRL), in association with University College Cork (IRL). European and global experts in science, law, economics, and policy contribute to the courses.

Description

Food Regulatory Affairs is an interdisciplinary subject area - integrating science, law and food/health policy as applied to the regulation of the entire food chain from pre-harvest to the consumer. International perspectives on Food Regulatory Affairs have become increasingly important, particularly since the formation of the World Trade Organisation and the international acceptance of Codex Alimentarius standards. This programme is designed to provide postgraduate training in Food Regulatory Affairs for individuals employed in the food sector, regulatory agencies, government departments, and trade organisations as well as those who wish to develop their career in this field. The awards are granted jointly between Ulster University (UK), and University College Dublin (IRL), in association with University College Cork (IRL). European and global experts in science, law, economics, and policy contribute to the courses.

Department: E-Learning

Qualification:

PgCert

Qualification Level:

RQF Level 7

Requirements:

Applicants for the PgD/MSc must hold an Honours or non-Honours degree with a pass mark or equivalent standard (e.g. Postgraduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate) in a relevant subject area from a university. Applicants for the PgCert must hold an Honours or non-Honours degree with a pass mark of 50 percent or equivalent standard. Applicants are also to demonstrate evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).

Assessment Methods:

All modules are assessed exclusively through the submission of coursework.

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