Food Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Food Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Develop the expertise to meet society's demand for safe and sustainable food products with our accredited BSc Food Science degree.
Led by experts from the [Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences](https://www.reading.ac.uk/food/), this three-year course will equip you with a full understanding of food production processes.
You'll gain essential knowledge and skills in:
* food microbiology
* biochemistry and metabolism
* food processing and engineering
* product development
* human physiology and nutrition.
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Develop the expertise to meet society's demand for safe and sustainable food products with our accredited BSc Food Science degree.
Led by experts from the [Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences](https://www.reading.ac.uk/food/), this three-year course will equip you with a full understanding of food production processes.
You'll gain essential knowledge and skills in:
* food microbiology
* biochemistry and metabolism
* food processing and engineering
* product development
* human physiology and nutrition.
At Reading, you'll also develop key technical skills through laboratory-based practicals, sensory evaluation, and work in our pilot-scale food processing plant.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A15-E41
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
2 science subjects at grade B (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design.
T Level
We can accept the T Level in Health and the T Level in Science for entry onto this programme.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
2 science subjects at grade B (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 30.0, offer-merit: 15.0
including relevant science units.
Extended Project
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
including relevant science modules.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
2 science subjects at grade H3 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
2 science subjects at grade M2 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £31,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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