The M.Sc. Food Process and Product Engineering is an interdisciplinary research degree, preparing students for their scientific career in the food industry by the German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL)
The master’s program Food Process and Product Engineering 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. The binding details can be found in the German admission regulations (https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads ).
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
You will need a suitable bachelor’s degree, proof of language proficiency in English (B2), 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). The binding details can be found in the German admission regulations (https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads ).
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
For application for FPPE you need to submit language certificates of English B2 and German A1 with proof of successfully passed examination.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
There are 25 places available.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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: https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studies-education/general-information-for-students/lecture-periods-and-re-registration. Additional costs include living expenses and health insurance.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
Scholarships may be available through external funding sources, the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) https://www.daad.de/en/, or Deutschlandstipendium https://www.deutschlandstipendium.de/deutschlandstipendium/de/services/english/english_node.html. In addition, there is a scholarship by the Stadtstiftung Quakenbrück – information can be found here: https://master-foodscience.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Scholarship-by-the-Stadtstiftung-Quakenbrueck.pdf Students should research and apply for scholarships independently.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
Students can find the detailed contents for each module in the module catalogue at the download section: https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/studium-lehre/fuer-studierende/der-lebensmitteltechnologie/downloads
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
The program is taught in English.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
No, this is an in-person program, requiring physical attendance at the Food Science and Technology Campus 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.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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!
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
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.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
Yes, graduates of the program may pursue a PhD in related fields at universities.
Please note: The program Food Process and Product Engineering is currently stopped and will not accept any new students from the 2026/2027 winter semester.
