BSc (Hons) Leather Technology with Foundation Year in Northampton United Kingdom | University of Northampton

For individuals with technical, scientific, or creative inclinations, this Leather Technology BSc (Hons) program opens doors to global career opportunities in the leather sector, with exceptional benefits from its practical approach.

As the only UK-based program of its kind, our Leather Technology BSc produces graduates in high demand. This leather engineering course allows specialization in your preferred industry segment while exposing you to multiple scientific fields and industry professionals through workshops and seminars.

Our three-year honors degree thoroughly prepares students for the leather industry. Graduates can pursue careers in global tanneries, leather chemical firms, or with leading brands in sports, luxury goods, footwear, automotive, and fashion sectors where leather expertise is increasingly valued.

The curriculum combines mandatory and elective modules totaling required credits. Theory sessions are balanced with extensive hands-on training in our tannery and labs. While 100 credits come from compulsory modules, students choose additional 20-credit options to complete each year's 120-credit requirement. Available specializations include:

Leather Science module: Develops professional values and comprehensive knowledge of leather production processes.
Marketing module: Merges marketing theory with practical business applications.
Business module: Equips students with essential tools to advance the leather industry.