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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in New Foods from the Sea and Novel Food Regulation
The Course in New Foods from the Sea and Novel Food Regulation Prepares you to take a new marine food along the regulatory pathway. You will learn when a product counts as a novel food under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 and the corre
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts7 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in New Foods from the Sea and Novel Food Regulation?
The Course in New Foods from the Sea and Novel Food Regulation
Prepares you to take a new marine food along the regulatory pathway. You will learn when a product counts as a novel food under Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 and the corresponding regime in Great Britain, how to check its status, what an authorisation dossier contains and how it is assessed by EFSA or by the FSA and Food Standards Scotland, applying it all to seaweed, microalgae, extracts and other marine ingredients in a framework that is still evolving.
Key advantages
- Practical focus: From ingredient status to the application dossier.
- Marine focus: Seaweed, microalgae, extracts and new marine proteins.
- Up-to-date framework: UK and EU rules, with reference to other markets.
- Business perspective: Timelines, costs and regulatory strategy.
- Case study: A regulatory roadmap for a marine ingredient.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Understand the rules: Get to grips with novel food regulation.
- Determine status: Find out whether a product is a novel food.
- Prepare the dossier: Identify the safety data required.
- Plan the strategy: Design a regulatory roadmap.
- Boost your career: Open doors in regulatory affairs and food innovation.
- Master the regulatory framework that decides which new foods from the sea reach consumers.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
The Novel Food Concept
- What a novel food is
- History of significant consumption
- Categories of novel food
- Traditional foods from third countries
- Links with other food legislation
02
Status and Procedure in the UK and EU
- The EU Novel Food Catalogue
- Consultation to determine status
- Submitting an application
- Assessment by EFSA and by the FSA and FSS
- Authorisation and the lists of authorised novel foods
03
Safety Data in the Dossier
- Identity and composition
- Production process
- Toxicology and required studies
- Allergenicity
- Nutritional value and intended intake
04
New Foods from the Sea
- Seaweed and its regulatory status
- Authorised microalgae and those under assessment
- Marine extracts and oils
- Alternative marine proteins
- Cell-cultivated products: regulatory challenges
05
Regulatory Strategy and Market
- Timelines and costs of the procedure
- Data protection and exclusivity
- Labelling and specifications
- Frameworks in other markets
- Case study: regulatory roadmap for a marine ingredient
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Food industry R&D and quality staff: who develop new ingredients Founders of marine food start-ups: who need to plan the authorisation of their product Graduates in food science, biology or law: who want to move into regulatory affairs Seaweed and microalgae producers: who want to market new products Agri-food consultants: who advise on regulatory compliance
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand the novel food concept
- 02Determine regulatory status
- 03Know the authorisation procedure
- 04Identify safety data
- 05Apply the rules to marine products
- 06Design a regulatory strategy
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Regulatory affairs officer: Preparing novel food dossiers.
02Food R&D technologist: Developing ingredients with regulatory awareness.
03Compliance consultant: Advising companies and start-ups.
04Quality technician: Specifications and labelling for new products.
Questions
Entry Requirements
No. Some species have a history of consumption and others require authorisation; the course shows you how to determine the status of each.
It gives you the foundations to understand and plan the process, but a real dossier usually requires specific studies and specialist advice.
Yes, at an introductory level, for comparison with other markets.
No. Regulations and guidance are updated, and the course shows you how to keep track of changes.
You design the regulatory roadmap for a marine ingredient, from status consultation to authorisation.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 300 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Course in New Foods from the Sea and Novel Food Regulation qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: A degree in food science, biology, chemistry, pharmacy, law or a related field; or professional experience in the food industry. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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