Nutrition and Food Science with Professional Training Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Nutrition and Food Science with Professional Training Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
With BSc Nutrition and Food Science with Professional Training you will learn about the creation of healthier food products and gain valuable industry experience with a year-long training placement.
The role of nutritionists within the food industry is increasingly important, as consumers grow more aware of the importance of healthy eating. Our BSc Nutrition and Food Science will help you to understand the processes of food production and how these can be amended to create healthier products. The Department has strong links with industry, which means that you can choose fro...
With BSc Nutrition and Food Science with Professional Training you will learn about the creation of healthier food products and gain valuable industry experience with a year-long training placement.
The role of nutritionists within the food industry is increasingly important, as consumers grow more aware of the importance of healthy eating. Our BSc Nutrition and Food Science will help you to understand the processes of food production and how these can be amended to create healthier products. The Department has strong links with industry, which means that you can choose from a wide range of training placements at renowned companies and organisations. Additionally, the course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition. After graduating you will be eligible to apply to become a Registered Associate Nutritionist with the Association for Nutrition (AfN) via the direct entry pathway, providing a clear and respected marker of your status as a nutrition professional.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A15-F05
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: 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
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: 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
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: 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
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: 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
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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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