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Food Safety, Inspection and Control

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,C

to include one from Biology or Chemistry. Excludes General Studies.

The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be at Distinction in Biology or Chemistry units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English, Mathematics and two Sciences.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

to include 5 points in Biology or Chemistry at Higher level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

in a Biological or Chemical Science based subject. Excludes Health and Social Care.

Scottish Higher

C,C,C,C,C

to include one from Biology, Chemistry or Health and Food Technology at Advanced Higher.

UCAS Tariff

112

[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excluding General studies) [2] Must include 32 points or above in a Biological or Chemical Science based subject [3] May also include AS level and EPQ

About this course


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Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

3 years | Sandwich | 2024

4 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

Food safety

**This course has been designed for people who have a passion for food safety, inspection, regulation and global food developments and want to make a difference to the quality of the food we eat.**

The Food Safety, Inspection and Control BSc (Hons) encompasses a variety of food issues with both a UK and international focus.

Designed to meet the needs of the food industry and regulatory agencies, it covers skills including how to assess food safety risks, advise on food hygiene and safety, inspect food and food premises, and understand and apply legislation relating to food. Successful students will:

- Meet the academic requirements of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) syllabus towards the completion of the Higher Certificate in Food Control (HCFC).

- Be competent in the analysis, interpretation and presentation of scientific data.

- Develop as graduates with the skills and capabilities to inspect food and food premises and recommend actions and legal enforcement measures.

**Key Course Benefits**
* Ranked No.7 for Food Science in The Complete University Guide 2023.

* This course incorporates the academic content of the Higher Certificate of Food Control, the baseline qualification for food hygiene and standards, official controls and the inspection of food premises within the UK.

* We use simulation to develop the skills you will need in industry, for example preparing and presenting a court prosecution case.

* Expert staff and guest lecturers who have or are working practitioners bring the subjects to life using real life examples and scenarios. Our current industry and local authority experienced teaching staff aim to bring a range of professional and research experience to their teaching. Having worked as food scientists, public and environmental health professionals and nutritionists for both governmental and local councils as well as working in the food industry, they maintain links with major external organisations to ensure you receive up-to-date information and help you begin to establish your professional networks. We have also welcomed highly specialised guest lecturers from areas such as Animal Health Protection Agency, Port Health Authorities and pest control.

* Our multi-million-pound Alison Gingell Building features a suite of analytical and biological laboratories where you can gain hands-on experience in food safety, inspection and analytical techniques*.

*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

Modules

This course has a common first year

The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn.

If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Common first year courses:

Food Safety, Inspection and Control BSc (Hons)
Food Science BSc (Hons)
Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons)

Year One Modules
Physiology and Biochemistry for Nutrition - 20 credits
Introduction to Public Health - 20 credits
Chemistry of Foods - 20 credits
Introduction to Food Law and Policy - 20 credits
Practical and Academic Skills for Food and Nutrition Sciences - 20 credits
Introduction to Food Preparation and Production - 20 credits

Year Two
In year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with food microbiology, food production methods, food inspection, food standards, food law and hygiene management systems, among others.

Modules
Food Law – 20 Credits
Food Microbiology - 20 credits
Methods in Food Production – 20 Credits
Research and Employability Skills for Food, Nutrition and Health - 20 credits
Food Inspection and Food Standards – 20 Credits
Hygiene Management Systems – 20 Credits

Placement Year
There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee of £1,250. For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Final Year
Year three aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from year one and two. You could also work on a research project in an area of your interest.

Research Design for Food, Safety and Nutrition Sciences - 20 credits
Epidemiology and Foodborne Disease – 20 Credits
Food Law Enforcement Case Studies – 20 Credits
Independent Project in Food, Safety and Nutrition Sciences - 20 credits
Food Chain Security and Sustainability – 20 Credits
Food Control and Food Fraud – 20 Credits

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

Assessment methods

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

Tests
Essays
Group work
Presentations
Reports
Projects
Coursework
Individual assignments

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Coventry University

Department:

School of Life Sciences

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