Structure
Like all international MSc study programmes SIFC will last 2 years with a total of 120 ECTS credits. It is divided into 3 modules (1 Module A + 2 Modules B) and a master thesis. Each module as well as the Master thesis will cover 30 ECTS credits.
General Scheme
Get more details about the study schemes at different ELLS universities
Module A (30 ECTS):
The first out of three modules will be Module A. Module A mainly consists of compulsory courses, and most of the courses will be given in the national language of each university. It covers principles related to food safety to provide the students with basic knowledge in this area. Thus they will be optimally prepared for the following two B-modules.
B-Modules (60 ECTS):
Subsequent to Module A, SIFC-students have to absolve 2 Modules B with 30 ECTS credits each. One Module B can be attended at the Home University, while the second has to be absolved at a partner University. Each SIFC-University provides one Module B which implies subjects related to its special expertises and core competencies.
Master Thesis:
The Master thesis is a scientific assignment which covers 30 ECTS credits. It has to proof that students are able to work on any topic related to food safety in a scientific and independent way. The Master thesis can be performed in the winter or summer semester at any SIFC-partner university.
Get more details about possible topics for Master Thesis at all SIFC-Universities
Where to start the MSc SIFC?
At the moment, the MSc SIFC can be started at the
- BOKU in Vienna or the
- University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Life Sciences.
BOKU offers SIFC as a regular Master programme, while at UC Life SIFC is a specialization of the MSc "Food Safety".
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