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Masters courses relating to the food industry allow you to research a particular area of interest. Postgraduate course titles divide the subject into food science and food technology although in reality there is a large overlap in content. Areas of study include: food engineering, packaging, processing, nutrition, and quality assurance. Options vary by institution and you need relevant undergraduate experience. Your dissertation will be the result of classes, practical work and research into a particular issue affecting the industry. There are career opportunities in industry or research.