MSc Advanced Sustainability for Brewing and Distilling Postgraduate Programme By Heriot-Watt University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Food Science

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Sustainability is central to tackling climate change and achieving Net Zero, driving industries worldwide to develop decarbonisation strategies and set ambitious targets. This programme focuses on how the malting, brewing, distilling, and allied industries can assess current practices and develop practical, balanced roadmaps to sustainability across technological, environmental, economic, and social factors.

You will gain a strong foundation in sustainability concepts and their application within the alcoholic beverages sector, encompassing raw material selection to production processes, and industry-wide impacts. The programme also develops your ability to measure and evaluate sustainability performance, alongside understanding key policy and regulatory frameworks.

As the global drinks industry faces increasing environmental pressures, rising costs, and shifting consumer expectations, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals. Graduates of this MSc will be equipped to support businesses in meeting sustainability targets and driving the transition toward a low-carbon, Net Zero future.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Food Science

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Sustainability is central to tackling climate change and achieving Net Zero, driving industries worldwide to develop decarbonisation strategies and set ambitious targets. This programme focuses on how the malting, brewing, distilling, and allied industries can assess current practices and develop practical, balanced roadmaps to sustainability across technological, environmental, economic, and social factors.

You will gain a strong foundation in sustainability concepts and their application within the alcoholic beverages sector, encompassing raw material selection to production processes, and industry-wide impacts. The programme also develops your ability to measure and evaluate sustainability performance, alongside understanding key policy and regulatory frameworks.

As the global drinks industry faces increasing environmental pressures, rising costs, and shifting consumer expectations, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals. Graduates of this MSc will be equipped to support businesses in meeting sustainability targets and driving the transition toward a low-carbon, Net Zero future.

Admission Requirements

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We normally require:A good honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant science, engineering, or related discipline, orSignificant relevant professional experience in brewing, distilling, malting, or related industries.

Sep
Jan

Tuition fees

Domestic
1,215 GBP
International
1,215 GBP

Scholarships

IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)

IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)
Master Bachelors Open

Value

$21800

Deadline

31 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary

Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary
Bachelors Master Open

Value

$525

Deadline

31 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

Heriot-Watt University

IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)

IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)
Bachelors Master Open

Value

$218000

Deadline

31 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

Heriot-Watt University

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