Food Technology (M.Sc.)
Department of Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering
Content
- Special food technology
- Product development
- Food proteins and enzymes
- Microbiological rapid methods
- Food physics
- Process modelling and simulation
- Special system engineering and hygienic design
Degree
Master of Science
Department
Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering
Location
Köthen
Duration
3 semesters
Program Start
winter semester or summer semester
Sem Contribution
96 euros
Study type
Full-Time Program, Dual Study Option
Language
German
Credits
90
Accreditation
accredited until 31.03.2029
Application period
International Uni Assist28.02. – 01.09. (winter)
15.09. – 01.03. (summer)
15.01. – 01.09. (winter)
15.09. – 01.03. (summer)
Course content and objectives
The master’s program provides an additional, applied education in mathematical, natural scientific, and engineering content that builds on the first university degree. On this basis, deeper knowledge in the scientific analysis of food technological processes is taught that serve as a foundation for modelling, simulating, and describing. Another objective is to convey basic social, economic, and occupational competences. Graduates’ areas of professional activity are as varied as the program objectives. They are in high demand in research, development, and management in the private sector, in research institutes in all areas of the food industry, and in public administration (e.g. inspection offices). With the master’s degree, graduates have the right to start a doctorate so that nothing stands in the way of further scientific qualification. In addition, they can enter into higher civil service (höherer Dienst).
Requirements
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University degree
A completed university degree in Food Technology or comparable degree programms with a normal program length of at least 7 semesters (210 ECTS) is required.
Applicants with a Bachelor's degree of less than 210 ECTS, are required to take extra modules of up to 30 ECTS.
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Language skills
- TestDAF Niveaustufe 4xTDN4
- DSH2
- or another acceptable German language certificate
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Aptitude test procedure
1. first university degree:
- overall grades of 2.5 or higher (German grading scale) can be admitted
- overall grades lower than 2.5 (German grading scale) go into the selection process
2. further criteria:
- if necessary aptitude interview
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Dual degree option
This program is also offered as a dual degree progam.
A program-related work or traineeship contract is required.
Program-specific questions
Organizational questions
General Questions
(not program-specific)Notes
- Aptitude interview
https://www.hs-anhalt.de/Missed the application deadline? No problem! Please contact the academic consultant directly (contact data "technical questions").
Regulations and Conditions
Lebensmitteltechnologie - Master - Studien- und Prüfungsordnung - 2022
Lebensmitteltechnologie - Master - dual - Studien- und Prüfungsordnung - Ergänzungssatzung - 2022
Food Technology (master's degree program, full-time, cooperative)
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What is food technology?
Food technology is an interdisciplinary science involving the entire process of food production. Food, just like the raw plant and animal materials it is made of, is a complex material with properties that change during production and also during storage. Food technology, therefore, includes the physical, chemical, microbiological, process engineering and business management aspects of food production from raw material to high-quality products. In this context, food technology provides knowledge on ingredient analysis, recipe development, selection of the best possible production process with the associated machines and automated equipment, and packaging. With this in mind, both the program content and the future job opportunities are very diverse and interesting.
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What does the degree program entail?
The 4-semester (120 credits) master's degree program in Food Technology includes in-depth modules in mathematics, science, specialized technologies and inter-disciplinary technologies for food technology. The program intensifies and broadens the knowledge acquired in the bachelor's degree program. In this context, the program focuses on:
Food proteins and enzymes
Lebensmittelphysik
Process Modelling and Simulation
Special system engineering hygienic design
The master's degree program focuses more on project-based knowledge transfer than traditional knowledge transfer. During the degree program, students are required to work each semester in small groups on a project specific to current research topics of the department.
This especially applies to the module, Product Development, in which, over 2 semesters, students will learn about the market/feasibility studies, product manufacturing technology, packaging, and product launches and will acquire teamwork and leadership skills. The master's degree program has therefore been accredited as research oriented.
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What are my career opportunities?
With a master's degree from our interdisciplinary program, food technologists are in great demand as highly qualified generalists in and beyond the food industry . During the program, students will learn to look at problems from different perspectives and successfully develop optimal solutions using approaches from science, engineering and technology.
The food industry is more diverse than almost any other industry. Among other areas, graduates of Food Technology may find a career entry in the production area of small regional companies to internationally operating corporations, as well as in research and development, quality assurance, marketing and management. There are interesting job opportunities for food technologists not only in companies in the food industry but also in scientific institutes, public administration such as in monitoring/investigation offices, and in self-employment in consulting firms.
Studying at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences offers an optimal and smooth career start. Through research projects and cooperations we have a high degree of networking with regional and international companies. Our graduates are in great demand in all areas of the food industry.
The master's degree program enables students to take on management positions in the above-mentioned areas and also entitles them to continue their academic career with a doctorate.
Careers in the German higher civil service in public authorities are possible.
The right preparation
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Recognition from a first degree program
Previous academic achievements from a first degree program and/or after a change of degree program or university or following studies abroad, and thus achievements which were completed at another university, may be credited on application post enrollment.
The Examinations Committee of the Department is responsible for this in coordination with the respective degree program advisor / lecturers.
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Information about the NC
The master's degree program in Food Technology has limited admissions.
Prerequisite is a bachelor's degree in Food Technology or a related degree program of at least 6 semesters.
Students with a bachelor's degree with an average grade better than 2.5 will be admitted without further requirements.
If the average grade is between 2.5 and 3.0, admission can be granted after a successful aptitude test.
Bachelor's degrees above 3.0 are not eligible for admission.
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Important knowledge acquired during the bachelor's
For a successful master's degree program, the following requirements are desirable:
Basic knowledge of natural sciences, especially in the fields of microbiology, ....
Basic knowledge in engineering and food process engineering and food apparatus engineering.
Basic knowledge of food and instrumental analysis.
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Important information for career changers
Individual adaptation and bridging semesters are offered for career changers from other life sciences programs (such as Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Ecotrophology, etc.).
The degree program advisor will analyze and advise students concerning their knowledge deficits related to the master's degree program in Food Technology. Based on this discussion, the advisor and student determine required modules from the bachelor's degree and how they will be scheduled.
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University Information Day
In June of each year, the Köthen Campus hosts University Information Day.<br/>Anyone interested in studying at Anhalt University is invited to get to know the University, our lecturers and students, as well as our degree programs. You can get a personal impression of our facilities and the campus and receive individual advice.
The date of the next University Information Day in Köthen as well as at Dessau Campus and Bernburg Campus can be found here.
Program sequence & program contents
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1st semester
Höhere Mathematik<br/>Lectures and practical courses
Industrial Marketing<br/>Lectures and practical courses
Lebensmittelphysik<br/>Lectures, practical courses, and lab/pool classes
Mikrobiologische Schnellmethoden<br/>Practical courses and lab/pool classes
Projektarbeit I<br/>The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).
Wahlpflichtmodul I
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2nd semester
Produktentwicklung<br/>Practical courses
Partikeltechnologie<br/>Lectures, practical courses, and lab/pool classes
Hygienic Design und spezielle Anlagen<br/>Lectures and practical courses
Spez. Lebensmitteltechnologie (tierische Prod.)<br/>Lectures and lab/pool classes
Projektarbeit II<br/>The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).
Wahlpflichtmodul II
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3rd semester
Lebensmittelproteine und Enzyme<br/>Lectures and lab/pool classes
Spez. Lebensmitteltechnologie (pflanzl. Prod.)<br/>Lectures, practical courses, and lab/pool classes
Genetisch veränderte Lebensmittel<br/>Lectures and practical courses
Prozessmodellierung und Simulation<br/>Lectures, practical courses, and lab/pool classes
Projektarbeit III<br/>The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).
Wahlpflichtmodul III
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4th semester
Master's thesis with colloquium (=defense)<br/>20 weeks
See the module description handbooks for more information about the compulsory and elective modules.
Discover the Campus of Dept. 7
Introduction Food Technology
Research Hall Food Technology
Practical Examples Food Technology
Experiences of an International Student
Organizational questions
Technical questions
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Are there application deadlines to adhere to?
To ensure that nothing stands in the way of your studies, it is important to adhere to the application deadlines. Under the following link https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/academic-calendar.html you will find all application deadlines at a glance.
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Can I check the status of my application in the online portal?
Yes! You can always view the status of your application on the SSC Applicant Portal
https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de
For login please enter your username and password.
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How can I change a degree program internally at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences?
You are already enrolled at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences and want to transfer to another degree program from our range of courses? Then please note the following information:
A transfer to a degree program without admission restrictions must be applied for at the Student Services within the deadline for re-registration (by 15.03. or 15.09.).
A transfer to a restricted-admission program is made via the regular admission requirements. In this case an application must be submitted via SSC portal before the respective application deadline. Students of Anhalt University of Applied Sciences who have previously applied via uni-assist, please additionally upload the uni-assist test report.Further information can be found here.
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How long does the application process take?
The question about the duration of an application process cannot be answered in a general way. First, your documents are checked for completeness. If your application is first checked by uni-assist, it may take some time until we receive your application. This always depends on the volume of applications.
If all documents are complete, you will promptly receive an offer of admission for open-admission programs (usually Bachelor). For courses of study with restricted admission, the department first conducts an aptitude test. Here, too, everything depends on the number of applications.
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How to apply?
Information on the application process can be found at: https://www.hs-anhalt.de/studieren/wege-ins-studium/online-bewerbung.html Use the following link to our Online-Application-Portal: https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de Here you can apply easily and simply for the study program of your choice in compliance with the applicable deadlines. We appreciate your interest and your application!
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How to apply?
Information on the application process can be found at: https://www.hs-anhalt.de/studieren/wege-ins-studium/online-bewerbung.html Use the following link to our Online-Application-Portal: https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de Here you can apply easily and simply for the study program of your choice in compliance with the applicable deadlines. We appreciate your interest and your application!
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I am a foreign citizen and have obtained a bachelor's degree in Germany. Am I therefore an educational resident (Bildungsinländer) - a foreign national who gained higher education entrance qualification in Germany?
No, educational residents are foreign citizens who have attended a German school or university or the Studienkolleg in Germany or abroad and have acquired the higher education entrance qualification for Germany through their graduation.
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If I have questions about a degree programm, who can I ask?
If you have general questions, the Student Advising Service can help. Please use our contact form.
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Is there a semester ticket for bus and tram (local public transport)?
There is no semester ticket for local public transport at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Deutsche Bahn and Mitteldeutsche Verkehrsverbund GmbH (MDV) offer various ticket options for frequent travelers.
Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/en/view/offers/index.shtml
MDV: https://www.mdv.de/ticket/wochenkarte-fuer-fahrten-zwischen-riesa-oschatz/?lang=en -
What admission requirements do I need for a cooperative degree program?
In addition, a contract with a cooperating company of the university is required. Support in finding a cooperating company is provided by the WZA or the responsible degree prorgam advisor or degree program coordinator.
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What are restricted admission programs?
An NC procedure is carried out in accordance with the requirements of higher education law. For study programs with restricted admission the number of study places is determined on the basis of existing teaching capacities.
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What documents are necessary for the application?
For an application you need your diploma (school/college), if necessary a language certificate, a copy of the identity card/passport. Additional documents may be required. Information on this can be found on the overview pages of the respective study program or at uni-assist/in the SSC applicant portal.
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What makes the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations, so special?
The Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations in Bernburg, Dessau and Köthen, is not only connected as a university but also in its diversity of the academic education. At the "green" location in Bernburg, the focus is not only on nature and life, but also on economic aspects. The "creative" location in Dessau combines design, architecture and the construction and measurement of living space. Köthen, on the other hand, is the classic modern "engineering" location. By the way, the administrative heart of the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences also beats here.
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What means studying a second degree?
After completing a first academic degree (eg. bachelor’s degree program, Magister, Staatsexamen, diploma), you can pursue a further course of study (second degree) at the same level.
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Whom to contact regarding BAföG?
Please contact the Studentenwerk with any questions regarding BAföG.