Master of Science in Brewing and Distilling
Heriot-Watt University - Edinburgh Campus
UK,Scotland
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 28,056/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, Scotland
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1966
Total Students: 31,000 +
Int. Students: 6,200 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Campus The Avenue, Edinburgh EH14 4AS
Master of Science in Brewing and Distilling
Program Overview
MSc Brewing and Distilling provides you with the unique opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to enter the malting, brewing or distilling industries, or conduct related research. You’ll learn a broad range of subjects, from malting, brewing and distilling science and chemical engineering to optional units in business studies and production management, to set you up for a variety of careers including malting, brewing, and distilling production, sales, marketing, and technical sales.
Through the master’s programme, you’ll learn the underlying principles, relevant defining concepts, theories, and methods of the malting, brewing and distilling industries whilst understanding the current and emerging characteristics of and problems faced by industry. You’ll explore the global, regional, and local contexts and structure of industry, and be made aware of the political, legal, ethical, health and safety issues in producing, selling, and marketing alcoholic drinks and beverages.
You’ll have the opportunity to learn from a comprehensive course structure, whilst also choosing optional courses to customise your learning based on your interests and goals. You’ll develop a broad spectrum of expertise, covering topics in cereal science and technology, yeast science, microbiology, biochemistry, process technology, business strategies, management, food safety, quality control and quality assurance, flavour assessment, and analytical chemistry. You’ll explore policy, legislation, ethical, health and safety issues of concern as they relate to the design, manufacture, marketing, and sale of alcoholic drinks within the brewing and distilling industry.
Beyond brewing and distilling practical and legislative skills and knowledge, you can gain key business insights which will allow you to work in managerial and professional services within industry. You’ll have the opportunity to choose optional units and explore the fundamental business areas of management, accounting and finance, sustainable development, operations management, and enterprise which can set you up for a wide range of roles and careers upon graduation.
You’ll gain hands-on experience by utilising our on-site brewery, distillery, and rectification laboratory to support your in-depth scientific learning. This will ensure you build the skills and expertise to perform successfully in industry and make you highly employable in all sizes of brewing, distilling and allied industries.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 28,056 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Heriot-Watt University - Edinburgh Campus
CAD 10,224 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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