REGU09017 2019 Professional Development in Food Regulatory Affairs

Reflect on and identify his/her own learning, identify information gaps and propose a continuing professional development plan

Critically review a selection of published scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals, and compare and contrast with a range of guidelines on publishing scientific papers

Devise an appropriate methodology to carry out an industry based Food Regulatory Review and select appropriate Objectives and Targets

Devise an appropriate strategy to establish, document, implement, maintain and continually improve on compliance in Food Regulatory Affairs suitable for a range of different organisations

Critically review relevant Food Regulatory processes at an International and National level and suggest ways of improving the process at various levels

This module will be delivered in a blended learning format (Online delivery) using a combination of distance-learning / e-learning and some face to face workshops for an overall blended learning approach.

The module will be assessed on the basis of 100% continuous assessment. The learners will present and submit an individual portfolio of learning. This will be in format of a (1) Presentation; (2) Poster or e -presentation (e.g. blog) and (3) written portfolio.

Learners will repeat the portfolio assignment with assignment guidelines provided

1. Critical review of published Food Regulatory literature using available guidelines as a basis for comparison

2. Planning a Learning Portfolio - evidence, collaboration and reflection

3. Research methods for Learning Portfolios

4. Ways to present and produce Learning Portfolios for Food Regulatory Affairs