All of the courses in the School of Food Science and Environmental Health are based in the state of the art building in the Central Quad, Grangegorman.
All courses have access to the newly designed, purpose-built laboratory facilities and equipment the new campus has to offer. The School has Food chemistry labs, food microbiology labs, food sensory lab, food processing hall, clean room facility, fermentation lab, instrumentation lab and project labs.
The building is equipped with large lecture theatres, smaller class rooms and tutorial rooms and informal learning spaces.
Students will also be supported through our virtual learning environment, BrightSpace and may avail of E-learning supports.
Use the sections below to read more about our courses.
The School has a portfolio of courses from level 6 (Higher Certificate) to level 8 (Honours degree).
For all of the courses offered below, just click on the link to access further information. If you have any further queries in relation to the course you will find contact details at the links below or you can contact the School office at school.fseh@tudublin.ie
Level 8 courses
TU869 BSc. (Hons) Environmental Health
TU875 BSc. (Hons) Pharmaceutical Healthcare
TU881 BSc. (Hons) Food Innovation
TU882 BSc. (Hons) Nutraceuticals in Health & Nutrition
TU944 BSc. (Hons) Culinary Science
Level 6 courses
TU645 Higher Certificate Food Science & Management
TU654 Higher Certificate Pharmacy Technician Studies
Progression from Level 6 to Level 8
Students graduating from the level 6 programmes, TU645 and TU654 who achieve high grades are eligible to apply for advanced entry to the level 8 honours degrees courses through the University advanced entry process.
Hear from our Lecturers and our Graduates
Prospective students may be interested in hearing from some of our lecturers, students and graduates, using the videos below.
TU882 Nutraceuticals in Health & Nutrition - Graduate Story
TU882 Nutraceuticals in Health & Nutrition - Lecturer Overview
TU881 Food Innovation - Graduate Story
TU881 Food Innovation - Lecturer Overview
TU875 Pharmaceutical Healthcare - Graduate Story
TU875 Pharmaceutical Healthcare - Lecturer Overview
TU645 Food Science & Management - Graduate Story
TU645 Food Science & Management - Lecturer Overview
TU654 - Pharmacy Technician Studies - Graduate Story
TU654 - Pharmacy Technician Studies - Lecturer Overview
TU869 Environmental Health - Graduate Story
TU869 Environmental Health - Lecturer Overview
The School of Food Science and Environmental Health has two very successful, long-established MSc programmes producing graduates for the relevant sectors for over twenty years.
MSc Food Safety Management
This interdisciplinary, skills-based MSc Programme, focuses on the complex, national and EU regulatory and management systems in place to ensure Food Safety and consumer protection, and reviews the many proposed future changes in Food Regulation. Many national and international food industry managers study on this level 9, MSc course that is offered part-time or full-time.
TU236 MSc. Food Safety Management (Full Time)
TU236P MSc. Food Safety Management (Part Time)
MSc Environmental Health and Safety
MSc Health, Safety and Human Factors
This MSc course is delivered in two streams; the Environmental Health & Safety stream, established in 1999; and the Health Safety and Human Factors stream introduced in 2019. The course enjoys a widespread academic and professional reputation. It is also accredited by the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) while the Human Factors stream gives access to full membership for the Irish Human Factors Ergonomics Society.
TU260 MSc Environmental Health and Safety / Health, Safety and Human Factors (Full Time)
TU261 MSc Environmental Health and Safety / Health, Safety and Human Factors (Part Time)
TU5303 Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Food Business Operations
The TU Dublin Post Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Food Business Operations is designed to equip current and aspiring Food business operators, particularly in the SME Food production and processing sector with comprehensive knowledge of sustainability principles and trends within the food sector and know-how to apply evidence-based sustainability tools to decision-making to incorporate recognised sustainability practices into food business. The programme will also provide insights into emerging bioeconomy processes to support food business to develop and deliver sustainability strategic plans.
For more information or application: PG Cert in Sustainable Food Business Operations
TU5304 Postgraduate Certificate 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, and the opportunity to acquire hands-on practical experience in these disciplines in our new facilities on the TU Dublin City Campus (Grangegorman). 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 innovation and entrepreneurship module. This programme has received Springboard funding so is free to jobseekers or €285 for eligible applicants currently in employment. For more information or application: PG Cert in Brewing & Distilling
Hear from our Lecturers and our Graduates
Prospective students may be interested in hearing from some of our lecturers, students and graduates, using the videos below.
TU260/TU261 MSc in Environmental Health & Safety - Graduate Story
TU260/TU261 MSc in Environmental Health & Safety - Lecturer Overview
TU234/TU269 MSc in Food Safety Management - Graduate Story
TU234/TU269 MSc in Food Safety Management - Lecturer Overview
School of Food Science and Environmental Health Micro-credentials
Our micro-credentials are short, flexible courses that allow learners to easily access higher education to upskill in areas that are aligned to the needs of industry and will enhance career prospects. All micro-credentials are fully accredited and learners who complete the assessment are awarded a CPD Certificate from TU Dublin. Our courses can be taken by individuals, and we can also facilitate bespoke delivery options for industry in-house staff learning and development. Please contact the School for general queries (school.fseh@tudublin.ie). Details of the micro-credential courses are below. Please complete the expression of interest form or contact the course lead for further information on the course.
List of Micro-credential Certificates
CPDSH06 - TFSM9020 in Human Factors and Ergonomics Programme Lead: Dr. Chiara Leva
CPDSH06-FOD4000 Food Allergen Management & Control- Programme Lead Dr. Orla Cahill
Please contact the relevant Programme Lead or the School Office to express interest in any of these courses.