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2nd in the UK

Agriculture, forestry and food, Guardian University Guide 2022

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We are continually investing in the best facilities to provide a creative and stimulating learning environment

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Masters courses

Masters courses

A Masters course can really help you to stand out in today’s competitive job market. All of our courses have been developed in partnership with industry, are guided by current research, and provide excellent teaching. You’ll develop specialist knowledge which will set you apart from the rest of your peers and help you on your career path.

Food Science MSc

Nutrition MSc

Food Science and Nutrition MSc

Food Quality and Innovation MSc

Food Science (Food Biotechnology) MSc

We also contribute to the Sustainable Food Systems MSc. This course brings together a range of disciplines underpinning food sustainability in order to address real-world challenges in transforming our food system.

Food science research degrees

Research-based degrees

Studying a Masters at Leeds means you’ll join a large and growing postgraduate community in the School of Food Science and Nutrition. As a member you’ll be an active participant in the work of the School and contribute to research output through publications and research seminars and discussion groups.

All our Masters courses reflect the research interests of our staff who are at the cutting edge of research in their field.

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Studying with us

Top 100

for Food Science and Technology

ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021

Student experience

Find out what our students say about their time at Leeds

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International students

Community and support throughout your time at Leeds

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Martin Kizito
Student | MSc Nutrition
The rich lectures and practical sessions have been been the best aspect of studying at Leeds. These are research-based and consider the current issues, status and developments in nutrition in the UK and internationally.
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Exceptional Student Experience

You’ll join a friendly, supportive and diverse community of students and researchers who come from all over the world. You’ll be guided through your course by your personal tutor who’ll provide academic and pastoral support. Our student support team in the School helps with anything from academic advice to timetabling and project submission enquiries.

Find out more about our diverse student community from example profiles of our current students and alumni.

Industrial Advisory Board

Our Industrial Advisory Board comprises academics and representatives from industry. The Board provides a strategic view from the industrial community on our research, student education, innovation, and external engagement activities.