Professional Diploma in Sustainable Food Systems
Redesign how food is grown, moved and sold so it improves soil, cuts waste and still makes money.
Food sits at the centre of the FEWPMW model that runs The Sustainable City, and this diploma follows it end to end. You'll work through nutrition science, regenerative agriculture, green finance and eco-efficient operations, then use AI and analytics to plan production, track sustainability metrics and make decisions while a season is still running.
You’ll learn how to:
- Build end-to-end food strategies combining nutrition science, regenerative agriculture and operations
- Apply AI tools and decision frameworks to food system design and production planning
- Plan against the FEWPMW model to align food systems with urban development and ESG priorities
- Assess risk across the food value chain using environmental, social and economic data
- Lead initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes on a real agrifood challenge
What we’ll cover
- Sustainability principles
- FEWPMW framework
- Food systems, science and nutrition
- Regenerative agriculture
- Sustainable food business models
- AI for food systems
Is this for you?
Agronomists, nutritionists, food scientists and sustainability officers in agriculture, food production, health or ESG. Also food manufacturers, retail chains, hospitality groups, agribusinesses and public health teams working on food security. Two to five years' experience required.
- Academic:
- Minimum CGPA above 2.0
- Experience:
- 2-5 years professional experience in a relevant field
What you’ll walk away with
A capstone project that solves a real sustainability challenge in the agrifood sector, plus a 120-credit Professional Diploma credit-rated at SCQF Level 11. Top performers are offered placements within SEE Holding and its affiliated companies.
Ready to join a cohort?
Next intakes on 04 Nov 2025 and 27 Jan 2026. Places are confirmed once your documents are reviewed.
Looking for training for your team?
We run this diploma for corporate and government teams building internal capacity.
Full module breakdown
Six modules across six months, one per month.
Foundation Modules
Core-Focused Modules: Sustainable Food Systems
AI-Focused Modules
Certifications & Recognition
Professional Diploma certificate
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Professional Diploma certificate recognized by industry leaders and aligned with international sustainability standards.
SQA Centre Approval
We have secured SQA Centre Approval, a recognition of our excellence in delivering and assessing qualifications that meet the Scottish Qualifications Authority’s rigorous quality assurance standards.
SCQF Level 11
All our diploma programs are credit-rated within the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). Achieving Level 11 aligns our programs with advanced academic and professional learning standards, empowering learners with globally recognized qualifications for career and leadership advancement.
Ready to Accelerate Your Career?
Join a new generation of leaders equipped to shape a more sustainable and resilient world.
- Response time
- Within two working days
- Next intake
- Cohort 3, April 2026
- Admissions line
- +971 56 332 3123