The University of Sheffield
Prospective Postgraduates

Microbrewing - MSc

Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science

We're working with organisations all over the world, finding new ways to look at some big questions. Our research can be applied to everything from health to manufacturing and the environment.

About the course

1 year full-time

If you're thinking of going into microbrewing our MSc can give you a competitive edge. As well as learning your craft, you'll learn the science behind it from some of the UK's leading microbiologists. The course includes a three-month work placement.

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2:1 in any engineering subject or a science subject, such as biology or chemistry.

What if I don't have a degree?

We may still be able to offer you a place on the course, if you have the right kind of professional experience. Get in touch with us before you apply.

English language requirements for overseas students

Overall IELTS grade of 7.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Entry requirements for international students

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Course content

  • Advanced Research Topics
  • Principles of Biochemical Engineering
  • Culture and History of Brewing
  • Malting and Brewing Process
  • Making Ideas Happen, Enterprise Module
  • Styles, Taste and Profiles of Beers
  • Microbiological basis of Brewing
  • Practical Microbiology for Brewing
  • Project in Industry

Teaching

  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Workshops
  • Three-month work placement

The Making Ideas Happen module is run by the University's enterprise team. It's customised, so you'll develop business skills on a project that relates to the brewing industry.

Experts from industry come in to give lectures. We also have a pilot microbrewing facility where students develop projects in association with local brewers.

The School of Artisan Food and other regional organisations introduce our students to important aspects of the hospitality industry.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Dissertation

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

Mrs Edwina Whyers
Admissions Secretary
E: Admit.MBB@sheffield.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)114 222 2740

Microbrewing student

A career in beer

There are over 700 breweries in the UK, employing a total of more than 700,000 people. Artisan brewing is capturing imaginations all around the world. Our MSc prepares for you a career in the business. It can also provide you with a platform to start your own microbrewery.

A full-bodied experience

We work closely with the School of Artisan Food and microbreweries in the region to make your course a fully rounded experience. Our world-class academics will give you a thorough grounding in the science that makes it all possible.

You'll also learn about the history and culture of beer, the day-to-day business of running a brewery, the market and potential areas for growth.

The department was founded by Sir Hans Krebs who won the Nobel Prize for his discovery of the Krebs Cycle.

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You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

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