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Course introductionAs the world's population is projected to surpass nine billion by 2050, we must develop more efficient methods for utilizing available resources to cultivate and manufacture wholesome, nutritious foods. Our program enhances your understanding of food composition and manufacturing techniques, offering specialized courses in microbiology, marketing, and social aspects to prepare students for addressing future food challenges.
Understanding food science
Creating and developing novel food products‚Äã
Improving flavor profiles, mouthfeel, and nutritional value‚Äã
Establishing eco-friendly ingredients and production methods‚Äã
Ensuring food safety and accessibility
Curriculum highlights
You'll explore the scientific principles underlying our food supply. The program focuses on producing sustainable, healthy, and safe food products. This practical science qualification opens doors to careers in research, production, and leadership positions.Evaluation methodsWe employ diverse assessment approaches, including written tests, academic papers, oral presentations, and hands-on experiments. Clear grading rubrics will be provided to explain evaluation standards. Your submissions will be promptly graded with consistent feedback.
Your overall degree result will be determined by performance in your second and final years.Successful yearly progression requires passing all modules, typically with minimum scores of 40% per subject. Comprehensive grading policies and program structure details will be shared during orientation.Study abroad opportunities require meeting first-year academic benchmarks.Career prospectsThe food and beverage sector represents Europe's biggest manufacturing field, providing employment for 500,000 individuals in the UK. Graduates can pursue various career paths such as:Food product, production, or retail specialistSensory evaluation expertRoles in creativity, investigation, and advancementQuality control professionalBusiness positions including procurementProduction management positionsFood media and writingGovernment roles in food policy and humanitarian coordinationPostgraduate education also presents valuable opportunities for further specialization.
A level: ABB
Required subjects
2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths or Further Maths. Alternatively, 1 science subject from the above plus a science-related A Level such as: Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics.
Please note: Maths and Further Maths alone are not sufficient to meet the two-science requirement.
GCSEs
GCSE mathematics at grade 5 or above and English at grade 4 or above.
Excluded subjects
General studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, leisure studies, science and society.
IB score
30 points overall or 655 in 3 HL certificates
IB requirements
5HL in 2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Maths Applications and Interpretations or Maths Analysis and Approaches. Alternatively, 5HL in 1 science subject from the above plus a science-related subject such as: Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Psychology, Sports Health and Exercise Science.
RQF BTEC Nationals
Applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following: 
The required A levels for mixed BTEC and A level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
IELTS: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element). TOEFL (iBT): 80 (with a minimum of 17 in writing and listening, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking).