Career opportunities

Biotechnology and Food Science - Master’s Programme

Career opportunities

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Competence in biotechnology and food science is in high demand across both private and public sectors. Graduates take on central roles throughout the food and bio-production value chain, as well as in health and food safety. You will be well positioned for careers such as: 

  • Researcher 
  • Quality manager 
  • Production manager 
  • Process engineer 
  • Analyst 
  • Practical clinical work and technical executive positions in laboratories 
  • Positions in public and government institutions 
  • Positions in private consulting firms 

Relevant industries and sectors include the food industry, seafood and aquaculture, feed and marine ingredients, export-oriented process industries, environmental biotechnology, food management and policy, and biotech R&D (vaccines, enzymes, biopolymers, biofuels). The programme also provides a strong foundation for further PhD studies.