What can you do with a masters in Food Science?
Find out what you could do with a Food Science MSc from Surrey, and discover some of the jobs our students have secured since graduating.
Careers with a masters in Food Science
Our graduates often start or continue careers as professionals within the food industry and its associated agencies. Our Food Science MSc opens the doors to a range of careers, including:
- Data coder
- Food analyst
- Process development technician
- Product developer
- Product manager
- Science tutor
- Technical leadership graduate
- Trainee partner.
Some graduates choose to pursue further education by studying for a PhD and joining academia in teaching or researcher roles.
Who do our graduates work for?
Our Food Science graduates have gone on to work for organisations including:
- Nestle
- Sunmagic Juices
- Harbour Hotel Group
- Singapore Food Agency
- Steppe2
- The NHS.
I am currently on a graduate scheme at Nestle, learning about Manufacturing Excellence, Food Safety and Quality Assurance, Health and Safety and Management. I plan to continue my development with Nestle to grow within the food industry.Tom, Food Science MSc
Be confident in our exceptional outcomes
We have a proven track record in developing and equipping highly employable graduates. 100% of our biosciences masters graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2024, HESA).
Whilst you’re at Surrey we’ll support you in navigating your way to your chosen career path.
Surrey sets you above the crowd in the jobs market
Surrey is home to outstanding academic minds, many of whom are active researchers or have years of industry experience, keeping our courses job-relevant to give you a clear advantage.
Our Food Science MSc provides opportunities to work on real-world projects, including product development, giving you practical skills to begin your career. You'll have the chance to join one of our research groups where you'll participate in discussions about research topics, findings and publications, and benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world. With additional opportunities to network, attend talks by external speakers, and join workshops and seminars, you will be well prepared for pursuing a career when you graduate.
You’ll also have the option to take our Professional Skills Award to enhance your employability so that you can stand out in the employer selection process for internships, placements and graduate-level jobs.
We offer a range of one-to-one and group mentoring opportunities for our students.
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Discover more about our biosciences masters courses, our award-winning Employability and Careers team and postgraduate study at Surrey.
