After obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Hong Kong, followed by six years as a health researcher, I decided to enrich my knowledge in a related area, food science and safety. Although this is a full-time programme, the class and assessment schedules are flexible enough for students who work full-time. PolyU emphasises the real-world application of knowledge, which is developed through lectures, exercises and assessments. These learning activities give students room to grow and motivate them to apply theory in practice. The lecturers include not only academics but also experienced industry practitioners. I enjoyed the lectures and experience sharing very much! This programme offered me new perspectives on and exposure to food safety from a global point of view. I also enjoyed networking with students from different parts of the world and across various industries. Please say hello if you see me passing by at PolyU, because I now work here. I hope you will join this programme and enjoy your studies here too.

Time flies. It is time to say goodbye to all of my witty classmates and helpful teachers. I am so proud to be one of the first batch of graduates of the MSc in Global Food Safety Management and Risk Analysis at PolyU. As a student from mainland China, I did not find it easy to keep up with the tight schedule of the programme. It was an unforgettable study experience, and I hope others will take the opportunity too. Although the programme was being delivered for the first time in 2019/20, all of the professors and lecturers were well prepared and experienced, and all of the courses were designed systematically according to international standards. This programme opened my mind, giving me a global vision of the food industry. It made me more confident about pursuing my career in the future. I hope that all of you will also have great success in studying this programme.

Enrolling in this programme was one of the best decisions of my life. Although the programme is full-time, it is perfectly suited to students with full-time jobs. I had a fruitful year of working and studying full-time. My lovely classmates and supportive teachers helped me to learn as effectively as possible by engaging in interactive activities and discussions despite the sudden transition to online learning during the pandemic. The programme provides a comprehensive insight into the numerous challenges that we are currently facing regarding food safety, security and sustainability from a global viewpoint. In addition to professional knowledge development, completing the course allows students to gain recognition by obtaining official certificates from accredited bodies. This will help advance my career in the future. I hope to inspire more people to take this course. I wish you great success in your studies.

After working in the food industry for seven years, I was seeking an opportunity to study further, with a focus on food safety management. Food safety is a global issue because of the globalisation of supply chains and international trading. In addition to local food safety requirements, we need to understand food safety requirements in different regions. This programme provided me with various opportunities to gain the most up-to-date knowledge on global food safety and requirements.

Various renowned guest speakers from important organisations, including JIFSAN, FSANZ and SGS, shared their points of view and professional opinions through different case studies to enlighten us. Our professors and lecturers at PolyU were friendly and willing to share their knowledge on food safety issues from different perspectives. They also gave us practical and tailored feedback on our work to help us achieve the study objectives.

I strongly recommend this programme to those who are interested in enriching their career prospects in the food industry. This programme will offer a valuable and unforgettable study experience.

After graduating from a food science degree programme, I wanted to enrich my knowledge on the concepts of food safety and risk management and find a position in this area. This why I chose the MSc in Global Food Safety Management and Risk Analysis at PolyU to continue my study. I am glad that I chose this wonderful programme as I learned so much. The contents of the courses were useful and the lectures were interesting. The professors and lecturers were highly experienced and encouraged me to always to learn more. The study load was appropriate, and the study materials were easy to follow. Receiving certificates such as JIFSAN and ISO 22000 enhanced the programme even further as they are so useful for our future careers. I strongly recommend this programme to those who are looking for a systematic learning experience in food safety and risk management.

After finishing my undergraduate studies in food and nutritional science, I took up the opportunity to study for this Master’s degree to further broaden my horizons. As I do not have any full-time working experience in the food safety sector, I was a little worried about being able to understand all the materials covered in class. However, it all turned out well, thanks to the professional teaching skills of all the lecturers, as well as the interactive in-class activities like discussions and workshops. Aside from all the priceless knowledge and experience gained from the courses, graduates of this programme also obtain multiple certificates issued by renowned organisations. With all these advantages, I am now more confident about and well-equipped for my future career. I highly recommend this taught postgraduate programme to all those who are interested, whether fresh graduates or experienced individuals.