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Brewing and Distilling

Course ID: 190929
Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)
Dublin
1 year
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Have you an interest in Brewing and Distilling? Whether you have experience working in this sector or are completely new to this area, this programme allows participants to obtain a formal qualification for future employment in the drinks industry in Ireland or abroad. It includes modules on the technical aspects of brewing and distilling, appreciation of spirits and beers, beverage analysis, microbiology and regulation and the opportunity to acquire hands-on practical experience in these disciplines in our new facilities on the Grangegorman campus.

In addition, students will learn the process of product development and sensory analysis and will make their own bespoke beverage (concept through to final product). This is coupled with an introduction to the business world through our creation, innovation and entrepreneurship module; which may afford interested participants the opportunity to consider a career as a beverage entrepreneur. Students will take modules in science related to Brewing and Distilling, including Microbiology, Fermentation, Distillation, and Analysis; and also Beverage Regulatory Affairs; and modules in Evaluation of Beers and Draughts, and Spirits and Liquors, which includes consumer and service elements delivered from colleagues in the School of Culinary Arts and Food Technology.

The MSc in Brewing & Distilling is a special purpose programme run over one calendar year. It is comprised of 13 modules, 5 of which are completed in the first semester, 5 of which are completed in the second semester, with three modules which run across the academic year.

Course Details

Course LocationDublin
Location PostcodeDublin 7
Course TypeBlended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online
Awarding BodyTU Dublin
Course Duration1 year
Entry RequirementsLevel 8 (NFQ) or higher degree in Science, Food, Engineering or Business.

Candidates with other equivalent qualifications and/or relevant industrial experience combined with suitable prior learning, both academic and professional, may be considered if deemed appropriate by the TU Dublin RPL Policy.

Or international equivalent as deemed appropriate by TU Dublin.
If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.
Career PathMany employment opportunities exist for graduates of the MSc in Science in Brewing & Distilling. Examples of these titles include:

Brewer
Cellar Brewer
Distiller
Beverage Technician
Cellar Manager
Beverage Quality Controller
Laboratory Technician
Beverage Entrepreneur
Innovation Specialist
New Product Development Scientist
Maltster
Packaging Operative
Keg Operative
Process Operative
Course CodeTU349

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Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)

TU Dublin Park House Grangegorman 191 North Circular Road D07 EWV4 Ireland, Dublin City North, Dublin, Republic of Ireland. Eircode: D07 EWV4

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