Program Overview

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Master of Science in Brewing and Distilling (Add-On)

Overview

This programme allows participants to obtain a formal qualification for future employment in the drinks industry in Ireland or abroad.

Programme Details

TU Code

TU409

NFQ Level

Level 9

Award Type

Major

Award

Master of Science

ECTS Credits

30

Duration

1 Year

Course Type

Postgraduate

Mode of Study

Full Time

Method of Delivery

Blended

Commencement Date

September 2025

Location

Grangegorman

Fees

€3,500 Total Fee

Programme Structure

The MSc in Brewing & Distilling (Add-On) 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.

Modules

• Year One
  • Semester 1
    • Beverage Research Methodology [Mandatory]
    • Brewing & Distilling Dissertation [Mandatory]
  • Semester 2
    • Brewing & Distilling Dissertation [Mandatory]

Career Opportunities

Many 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

Entry Requirements

Applications for this add-on programme will be considered from applicants who have completed:

• TU267 Brewing and Distilling (PG Dip) or TU267A Brewing and Distilling (Add-On)