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University of Bedfordshire

UCAS Code: D610 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements

A level

C,C,C

A science subject is preferred.

96 UCAS Tariff points. A science subject is preferred.

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

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A science subject is preferred.

96 UCAS Tariff points. A science subject is preferred.

UCAS Tariff

96

A science subject is preferred.

About this course

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Food science

The growing global population and increasing awareness of how diet impacts our health means food and nutrition science has never been more relevant. This degree gives you the skills and knowledge required to succeed as a talented and qualified food scientist. Through our combination of specialist teaching, practical lab training and employability-focused, hands-on experience, you graduate ready to take on a multitude of different roles within this exciting field.

**Facilities and Specialist Equipment**
- Modern STEM building with specialist facilities and bespoke study spaces, providing a vibrant and supportive learning environment.

- Specialised analytical science laboratories equipped with HPLC and GC-MS machines.

- Microscopy facilities.

- High-spec equipment and technology such as spectrophotometers.

**Partnerships and Collaborations**
- Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works with industry professionals across the pharma-biotech, health and food sectors, including Glaxo Smith Kline, Life Science Group and GrowPura. Our collaboration within the sector help you establish links and gain valuable work experience.

**Your Student Experience**
- Enjoy a diverse and immersive learning experience under the guidance of our highly qualified academics, whose active involvement in industry feeds back into their teaching.

- Gain the technical ability and key transferable skills highly coveted by employers, thanks to our focus on applied learning and practical experience.

- Benefit from working with students on our Biomedical Science, Biological Science and Forensic Science BSc (Hons) courses, helping to broaden your knowledge and understanding of related fields.

- See your subject in action through fields trips to Biogen (food waste to energy), Rothamsted Research (global food security), Shuttleworth Farm (environmental sampling) and Bottom Farm (sustainable food production).

- Get involved in regular interactive masterclasses and demonstrations from industry leaders, such as the recent ‘Workshop on Microorganisms in Food and Environment’ delivered by the UK Health Security Agency.

- Expand your network of professional contacts through our annual STEM Careers Expo.

Modules

Areas of study include:
- Cell Biology
- Chemistry
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology and Biochemistry
- Molecular Genetics
- Skills in Food and Nutrition Science
- Biotechnology
- Food Analytical Techniques
- Food Microbiology
- Human Metabolism
- Human Nutrition
- Immunology
- Medical Physiology
- Skills in Science
- Applied Plant Science
- Clinical Nutrition
- Food and Nutrition Science Research Project
- Food Processing
- Food Security and Management
- Nutraceuticals and Health
- Public Health Nutrition

Every effort is made to ensure this information is accurate at the point of publication on the UCAS website. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website.

The Uni

Course location:

Luton Campus

Department:

School of Life Sciences

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

91%
Food science

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Food sciences

Teaching and learning

100%
Staff make the subject interesting
91%
Staff are good at explaining things
100%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
100%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

64%
Library resources
82%
IT resources
73%
Course specific equipment and facilities
73%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

62%
UK students
38%
International students
28%
Male students
72%
Female students
26%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

D
C
C

After graduation

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