Meat Science & Technology - Masters Degree University of Bristol UK

1. The disciplines are grouped in 6 main topics: • Meat Science & Technology - Masters Degree • University of Bristol • UK • Web page: www.frperc.bris.ac.uk/training/trainfs.htm • e-mail: m.j.swain@bris.ac.uk The University of Bristol is a research-based university of international standing founded in 1876. It has 60 departments and 15 research centres which are arranged in 6 Faculties.The Meat Science & Technology Masters Degree is based at the Langford site 20 km south of the centre of Bristol. OBJECTIVES: - Prepare skilled post-graduates to support the meat industry, having expertise in the following : . Animal Production & the Meat Chain . Animal Welfare . Biochemistry & Meat Quality . Hygiene & Public Health . Meat Processing . Poultry Production & Processing . Refrigeration & Heat Processing Most post-graduates go on to work in managerial posts in the meat/food industry or to study for a PhD - Establish the connection between scientific research and needs of the meat/food industry A one year masters degree of 7 modules and an in-depth research project. 100% Compulsory 0% Optional distributed as: Master of Science Degree (Full time or part time) - student funding available from European Social Fund. Postgraduate Diploma - study the same 7 modules but without research project. Course modules can be taken individually. Date: January 2001