Brewing and Distilling and Diploma in Industrial Training
Heriot-Watt University
UCAS Code: C981 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
including Maths and either Chemistry or Biology, with one at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB must include Maths, Biology and Chemistry.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with Higher Level Science at 5 and Higher Level Mathematics at 6 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 33 points with a science and Mathematics at Higher Level 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
must be in relevant science subject including sufficient Maths and Chemistry / Biology for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD must be in relevant science subject including sufficient Maths, Biology and Chemistry.
Scottish Advanced Higher
in Maths and Biology plus ABBB in Highers (including Maths, Biology and Chemistry) for entry to Year 2.
Scottish HNC
HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Biology) with A in graded unit for entry to Year 1.
Scottish HND
For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Biology) with grades AA in graded units.
Scottish Higher
including Maths and a Science (Biology / Chemistry preferred).
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
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About this course
Heriot-Watt University is at the forefront of Brewing and Distilling in the UK.
Our four-year undergraduate degree is organised in co-operation with senior representatives of the brewing, malting and distilling industries who are members of Heriot-Watt University’s International Centre for Brewing and Distilling.
The International Centre for Brewing and Distilling is a unique teaching and research facility on our Edinburgh campus. It is home industry-standard equipment for brewing, distilling and malting, as well as industry-shaping expertise in the form of our academic experts.
BSc Brewing and Distilling provides students with a full understanding of the science, technology and processes involved, from cereal farming right through to bottling and packaging.
Graduates of this programme leave Heriot-Watt University with detailed knowledge of related science and technology, along with the practical skills to become leaders within the food and drink sector.
Successful completion allows exemption from the first professional examinations of the Institute of Brewing and Distilling.
**Careers**
Heriot-Watt has an outstanding reputation for expertise in Brewing and Distilling, with graduates at the forefront of an ever-changing industry.
The International Centre for Brewing and Distilling was formed in 1990 and provides a strong partnership between academia and industry, ensuring our graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge required for a successful career.
Our graduates are employed in a wide range of roles, from plant managers and operators to marketing and sales. Many work at the forefront of innovation, launching new breweries and distilleries, or taking up senior roles in established companies.
**Accreditation**
Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD) offer honours graduates the opportunity for exemption from the Diploma in Brewing or Diploma in Distilling should they later in their career wish to undertake the Master Brewer or Master Distiller qualification through the IBD.
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