Course overview

With the global population predicted to exceed nine billion people by 2050, we need to find ways to make better use of the resources we have to grow and produce nutritious, healthy foods. Our course builds your knowledge in food structure and processing, with specialised modules in microbiology, marketing and society available to enable students to be part of the solution to future demands.

What is food science?

• Designing and engineering innovative food​
  
• Enhancing texture, taste and nutrition​
  
• Developing sustainable ingredients and processes​
  
• Making food safe and affordable
  

What you'll study

We'll teach you the science behind the food we eat. You'll learn how to create sustainable, nutritious and safe food. This applied science degree can lead to jobs in research, operations and management.

How you will be assessed

We use a range of assessment methods, including exams, essays, verbal presentations and practicals. You will receive a copy of our marking criteria which provides guidance on how we will assess your work. Your work will be marked on time and you will receive regular feedback.

Your final degree classification will be based on marks gained in your second and third years of study.

You must pass each year to progress. This typically means that you will need to achieve marks of at least 40% in each module. Full details on our marking criteria and structure will be provided at your induction.

To study abroad as part of your degree, you must meet minimum academic requirements in year one.

Careers overview

The food and drink industry is Europe's largest manufacturing industry – employing half a million people in the UK alone. A wide range of career options exist for our food science graduates including:

• Product, process or retail technologist
• Sensory scientist
• Innovation, research and development roles
• Quality assurance technologist
• Commercial roles such as buyers
• Manufacturing and operations roles
• Food journalism
• Food aid coordination and policy making in government agencies

You may also wish to consider options in postgraduate study.