The Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Brewing and Distilling 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 Grangegorman Campus.
It includes 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.
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 a creation, innovation and entrepreneurship module.
Students will also have the opportunity to attend guest lectures from industry experts and visit specialised facilities. They will also grow their network of contacts and gain experience through their 6-week brewing and distilling work practice module in a brewing and distilling company (or in-house for employees currently working in the drinks sector). Graduates of this programme are equipped with the skills to seek out a rewarding career in the drinks sector in areas such as: production, processing, quality assurance, analysis and entrepreneurship.
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 Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 7 |
| Course Category | Science, Science & Technology |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Awarding Body | TU Dublin |
| Course Start Date | 1st January 1970 |
| Course Duration | 1 year |
| Entry Requirements | Level 8 (NFQ) or higher Degree in Science, Food, Engineering or Business Level 7 (NFQ) with significant relevant industrial experience may be considered if deemed appropriate by the TU Dublin Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. Or International equivalent as deemed appropriate by TU Dublin. International students must have evidence of English language proficiency e.g., IELTS 6.0. |
| Course Code | TU267 |
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