The MSc Food Process and Product Engineering is an interdisciplinary research degree, jointly offered by the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover (TiHo) and the German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL)
The master’s program Food Process and Product Engineering of TiHo and the German Institute for Food Technologies (DIL) offers you a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary education that bridges food science, process engineering, and innovation. This program is designed for students who want to develop sustainable, high-quality, and technologically advanced food products—from concept to consumer.
The program is suitable for prospective students who are highly motivated and have a strong interest in food science and technology. Prospective students must already have a bachelor’s degree in related programs such as food technology, beverage technology, food chemistry, process engineering or engineering sciences, but also chemical engineering, biotechnology, veterinary medicine or biology involving topics related to food science. The binding details can be found in the German admission regulations (www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads).
The FPPE program provides a strong foundation in food process engineering, food science and product development and features a research-oriented focus with integrated practical training. Therefore, it has an interdisciplinary approach, so is a perfect blend of food science and technology. Students profit from hands-on learning and have access to state-of-the-art labs and pilot plants. Moreover, it offers direct collaboration with industry and research institutions and connects students with collaborating companies. In comparison to other programs, you will study in a small, supportive environment, so learn in an inspiring setting with direct access to professors and industry professionals.
You will need a suitable bachelor’s degree, proof of language proficiency in English (B2) and in German (A1), a visa and, depending on your country of origin, an APS certificate for applicants from India, Vietnam and China (certificate from the Academic Evaluation Centre APS). All actual information can be found on the website of the TiHo (www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studies-education/for-prospective-students/studying-food-technology/application) and the binding details can be found in the German admission regulations (www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads).
For application for FPPE you need to submit language certificates of English B2 and German A1 with proof of successfully passed examination.
No, it is not possible to submit language certifications (English and German) later. Language certifications must be submitted with proof of successfully passed examination in the application process. There is no language course offered by the university on the Artland Campus, but the TiHo offers Babbel licenses if you are interested to improve your German language skills.
There are 25 places available.
The application period starts each year at 1st of May and ends at 15th of July. Please inform yourself timely about the necessary admission documentation to get accepted for the program: www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studies-education/for-prospective-students/studying-food-technology/application.
Students must pay a semester contribution, which covers administrative costs and public transportation. This tuition fee is due every semester. More information can be found here: www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studies-education/general-information-for-students/lecture-times-and-re-registration. Additional costs include accommodation, living expenses and health insurance.
Scholarships may be available through external funding sources, the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) www.daad.de/en, or Deutschlandstipendium www.deutschlandstipendium.de/deutschlandstipendium/de/services/english/english_node.html. Students should research and apply for scholarships independently.
The program FPPE starts in the winter semester (October) each year, starting with two weeks of orientation. The study program must be started on time, a later start is not possible. The standard period of studies for the program FPPE is 4 semesters (two years).
Students can find the detailed contents for each module in the module catalogue at the download section: www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads.
The program is taught in English.
No, FPPE is an in-person program, requiring physical attendance at the Food Science and Technology Campus Artland in Quakenbrück, Germany. The program involves several practical courses, workshops, tutoring and company visits which are mandatory events. Therefore, it is important to be in Germany from the start of your studies.
The program is primarily in-person, and students are expected to attend classes on-site in Quakenbrück. Some courses may offer online components, but full remote participation is not possible. Please make sure that you are already on site at the start of your studies.
The program takes place at the Food Science and Technology Campus Artland in Quakenbrück – a branch site of the TiHo Hannover. Individual events may also take place at the TiHo in Hannover – however, the larger part of the program will be in Quakenbrück. Please keep that in mind when looking for accommodation!
Students can look for private housing through online platforms, like www.kleinanzeigen.de, www.immoscout.de, www.immowelt.de or www.immonet.de or local platforms: www.baugenossenschaft-lkos.de, https://immobilien.noz.de/ or https://stephanswerk.de/immobilien/?vermarktungsart=miete. Moreover, besides Quakenbrück students can also look for accommodation in the surrounding cities along the railway (e.g. Osnabrück, Oldenburg, Cloppenburg etc.). For more information, please have a look into our sheet “Some useful information for studying abroad”: https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads. If students need support for finding accommodation, they can reach out to Dr. Karin Wiesotzki (k.wiesotzki@dil-ev.de).
Yes, graduates of the program may pursue a PhD in related fields, either at TiHo Hannover or other universities.
