Program Overview
The Food Science and Nutrition BSc program at the University of Nottingham is a three-year degree that provides a comprehensive understanding of the science behind food and nutrition. Students will learn about food science and technology, nutrition and dietetics, food safety and quality, food processing and engineering, and food marketing and consumer behavior. Graduates can pursue careers in product development, quality assurance, food safety, nutrition and dietetics, food marketing, and food policy. The program is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology and offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience through a year-long placement in the food industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Food Science and Nutrition BSc program at the University of Nottingham is a three-year full-time or part-time degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind food and nutrition. The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the food industry, research, or policy-making.
Outline:
The program's curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Food science and technology
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Food safety and quality
- Food processing and engineering
- Food marketing and consumer behavior Students will take a combination of core and elective modules, allowing them to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals. Some of the core modules include:
- An Introduction to Genetics and Biochemistry
- Sustainable agriculture food and nutrition
- Fundamentals in Food Science and Nutrition
- Introductory Physiology
- Essential study skills
Assessment:
Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Essays
- Verbal presentations
- Practicals
- Research projects
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and industry professionals. Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Problem-based learning
- Field trips
Careers:
Graduates of the Food Science and Nutrition BSc program can pursue a wide range of careers in the food industry, including:
- Product development
- Quality assurance
- Food safety
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Food marketing
- Food policy
Other:
The program is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST), which means that it meets high-quality standards. Students have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a year-long placement in the food industry.
If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) . Additional costs All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses. If you do these would cost around £40. You will be given £5 worth of printer credits a year. You are welcome to buy more credits if you need them. It costs 4p to print one black and white page. If you do a work placement, you need to consider the travel and living costs associated with this. Personal laptops are not compulsory as we have computer labs that are open 24 hours a day but you may want to consider one if you wish to work at home. Scholarships and bursaries We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers. If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) . Additional costs All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses. If you do these would cost around £40. You will be given £5 worth of printer credits a year. You are welcome to buy more credits if you need them. It costs 4p to print one black and white page. If you do a work placement, you need to consider the travel and living costs associated with this. Personal laptops are not compulsory as we have computer labs that are open 24 hours a day but you may want to consider one if you wish to work at home. Scholarships and bursaries Home students Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £1,000 a year.
- A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.
