Prof Dip Food Safety & Regulatory Science

Food Safety is an essential Public Health issue without which there is a significant threat to health from foodborne disease. Understanding the legislation, policy and science behind maintaining a safe food system is essential for regulatory bodies, government and the agri-food industry.

This Professional Diploma integrates science, law and food policy from pre-harvest to the consumer and brings experts together from UCD and beyond to helps students to develop knowledge and understanding of food risk and regulation and acquire skills to disseminate and implement knowledge in practice. This programme is delivered entirely online.

Applicants are required to hold an NFQ level 8 honours degree (minimum 2nd Class honours Lower) or equivalent. Ideally, applicants should be currently working in, or have previous experience of, the food and beverage industry, regulatory bodies, government departments or trade organisations.

Applicants who do not hold a NFQ Level 8 Honours degree or equivalent may be admitted on the basis of having considerable relevant work experience, and are advised to contact fiona.lalor@ucd.ie to determine eligibility prior to submitting an application.

Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English Language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element) or equivalent.

All applications are assessed on a case by case basis.

There are 3 modules each worth 10 credits. All modules must be taken. For each 10 credits module students are expected to undertake about 250 hours of work including online learning and independent learning activities.

Food Regulation (FDSC40740) – Spring Trimester
Science and Standards of Food Safety (FDSC40730)– Summer Trimester
Food Risk Analysis (FDSC40720) – Autumn Trimester

On completion of this programme, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills relevant to Food Safety and Regulatory Science within the food industry and beyond which will develop your deep discipline specific knowledge.

This can enhance your career options, progression and capabilities within the food industry, regulatory body, or within your own business.