Food System Sciences (MSc)

University of Bayreuth · Bayreuth, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Kulmbach
Apply by
Register by 15 June 2027
Starts
Winter semester

University of Bayreuth does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
The academic admission requirement is a university degree with a final grade of 2.5 ("gut" in German) or better in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Law, Economics, or Nutrition and Health Sciences. There will be an aptitude test. For further information on the application process, please visit our website . Important note: Applicants who have obtained their degree abroad also have to upload the application documents via uni-assist and undergo a fee-based special procedure. Applicants can find the relevant information for the document checking process here .
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 6 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 80 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 March - 15 June
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Please check this website .

About this programme

The complex world of food is of great importance for many areas of society. The ingredients of food, production methods and supply chain management contribute to the health of both humans and the environment. Novel food products seek legislation to make the food system more sustainable and healthy. The Food System Sciences Master’s degree programme at the University of Bayreuth offers a comprehensive programme integrating different aspects of the food system, allowing students to bridge between disciplines. Building on a cross-disciplinary base, the programme offers dedicated specialisations in Analytics in Life Sciences , Nutritional Physiology , Food Law , and Bioeconomy , training highly qualified specialists with sought-after skills to make a significant contribution to ensure a sufficient, high quality food supply for the growing world population. This degree programme aims to qualify students for research and development in both academic and company-based environments, for executive positions in the food industry and health management as well as for executive and consulting positions at authorities, in the media, and in other areas of administration and business. Be part of it and apply for our Master's programme! We look forward to receiving your application! Get a deeper understanding of the Faculty of Life Sciences upfront by enrolling in the University of Bayreuth's Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) "Conscious Grocery Shopping: Sustainability, Nutrition, Health and

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