Sustainable Food Safety Management - Conversion Course - Grangegorman

What is Sustainable Food Safety Management?

The MSc in Sustainable Food Safety Management is a comprehensive, knowledge-intensive programme that provides an in-depth exploration of national and EU regulations ensuring food safety and consumer health. This interdisciplinary course not only offers a thorough understanding of current food safety practices but also critically analyses upcoming changes and challenges in food regulation and food sustainability. By integrating theoretical knowledge with strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, this this programme prepares students to be leaders in ensuring sustainable and safe food practices within a rapidly evolving global landscape.



Successful completion of the course allows participants to advance to the next level in their careers. Offered as both a full-time (TU236) and part-time (TU236P) programme, it is specifically designed to accommodate individuals working in, or aspiring to work in, the food industry. Past graduates have secured regulatory positions, both nationally and within the EU, as Environmental Health Officers, Veterinarians, or Laboratory Analysts in the public sector. In the private sector, our alumni occupy significant roles in technical management across all of Ireland’s major food companies, including producers, processors, caterers, and retailers.

F/T & P/T Programme:

Module listing

Year One

Semester 1

Food Hazards - Microbiological [Mandatory]

Food Hazards – Physical/Chemical [Mandatory]

Food Industry Sustainability [Mandatory]

Food Processing and Allergen Management [Mandatory]

Food Processing and Allergen Management [Mandatory]

Food Safety Management Dissertation [Mandatory]

Research Methodology [Mandatory]

Safety Aspects of Primary Production [Mandatory]



Semester 2

Food Safety Management Dissertation [Mandatory]

Research Methodology [Mandatory]

Food Law [Mandatory]

Food Safety & the Consumer [Mandatory]

Integrated Food Safety Management Case Study & International Tour [Mandatory]

Food Safety Management Systems [Mandatory]

Risk Analysis and Data Analysis [Mandatory]

HACCP and Auditing [Mandatory]

Minimum Entry Requirements?

Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree or equivalent (minimum NFQ Level 8 honours degree with a 2.2 award or higher) in a discipline related to Sustainable Food Safety Management. Appropriate fields include food science, food technology, food engineering, veterinary science, law, biotechnology, microbiology, environmental health, or a related field. Additionally, individuals who already hold an MSc in another discipline and wish to specialize in sustainable Food Safety Management are encouraged to apply.



While it is expected that participants will have significant work experience and fit the profile of a manager or technical professional in a relevant field, we welcome applications from those who may not have extensive experience but demonstrate strong potential and a keen interest in sustainable food safety management.



Admission to this course is competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a place. Selection is based on academic credentials and potentially relevant work/life experience. Interviews may be conducted if necessary.



If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency score of 6.0 overall (or an equivalent qualification), with no individual component scoring less than 6.0.

Applications for full-time and some part-time postgraduate programmes commencing in September 2026 are now open. Applications for the remaining part-time programmes will open in February 2026. Please check individual course pages for application details.

Assessment methods will include examinations, assignments, case studies and a dissertation.

1 year full-time, blended delivery, 2 years part-time, blended delivery.



F/T & P/T Schedule: Schedule

The programme is scheduled to run once a week, with in-class lectures taking place on different days for Year 1 and Year 2. In Year 1, classes will be held every Thursday, and in Year 2, they will occur every Wednesday, both running from 14:00 to 20:30. Additionally, for candidates who have made prior arrangements, such as those residing remotely, Hyflex delivery is available to accommodate their needs. The programme includes occasional field trips of longer duration, and some of these trips may require foreign travel (once).

Commencement Date: September 2026.