Food and Nutrition Top-up BSc (Hons)

**OVERVIEW**<br/>**Nutrition issues have become increasingly important in the commercial food sector, with food-related research and product developments now being regularly reported in the media. With growing demand for graduates with specialised nutrition backgrounds, our Food and Nutrition top-up degree course is a great option for anyone with existing knowledge of this field to help you get into the industry.**<br/><br/>This Food and Nutrition top-up course is designed for anyone who has previously studied a relevant subject (up to Level 5) and has been developed in accordance with guidelines from the Association for Nutrition (AfN) with the aim of becoming an accredited course. Expanding upon your current knowledge and skills, your studies will cover core competencies for the sector, including nutritional science, current issues in food and nutrition, supply and sustainability.<br/><br/>To help support your learning, you will have the chance to work in our cutting-edge Food Science and Innovation Suite as well as our industry standard kitchen facilities at University College Birmingham. Thanks to our celebrated links with the food industry, you will also benefit from a range of guest lectures and the latest industry research.<br/><br/>**WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?**<br/>- **Specialise your studies** – Develop a specialism relevant to your chosen career through optional modules, covering subjects including food technology and food education<br/><br/><br/>- **Practical application** – Get hands-on working in our state-of-the-art facilities featuring the latest food testing and diagnostic equipment<br/><br/><br/>- **Enrichment** – Our industry connections provide you with guest lectures from experts and additional work experience opportunities, as well as the latest research from the industry<br/><br/><br/>**FACILITIES**<br/>University College Birmingham is renowned for its outstanding food industry training facilities. As a student on our Food and Nutrition course, you will have access to our professional standard kitchens which are used regularly for prestigious competitions, as well as our Food Science and Innovation Suite. Designed with the help of the food industry, this multi-million pound suite features the latest food testing and diagnostic technology, state-of-the-art development kitchen facilities and a bespoke sensory evaluation room.<br/><br/>**PLACEMENTS**<br/>We encourage students on our top-up course to gain work experience throughout your studies.<br/><br/>Employers we have worked with include Ritz Carlton Naples (Florida), NHS England, Holland & Barrett (Coventry), Food Cycle (Birmingham) and Sandwell Council (Birmingham).<br/><br/>**CAREERS AND PROGRESSION**<br/>Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:<br/>- Nutritionist<br/><br/><br/>- Food technologist<br/><br/><br/>- Product/process development scientist<br/><br/><br/>- Health promotion specialist<br/><br/><br/>- Nutritional therapist<br/><br/><br/>- Secondary school teacher (food technology)<br/><br/><br/>You could also progress onto one of our postgraduate courses at University College Birmingham.<br/><br/><br/>- **Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course**<br/>

At University College Birmingham, you'll learn from expert lecturers with access to a network of employer connections and world-class facilities.<br/><br/>With one of the most diverse student bodies in the UK, the university have invested a huge £200 million into their facilities, which include their Health Skills and Simulation Suite, Human Performance Laboratory, Centre for Sustainable Construction and Business School, giving students the chance to gain practical experience and prepare for their future careers.<br/><br/>You'll also be living in one of the best student cities in the UK. With a student population of over 80,000, Birmingham is brimming with student hotspots. Bars, pubs and clubs are dotted around the city, alongside beautiful green spaces, shopping options and business hubs. You'll also be in the home of some of the best food in the UK, with Birmingham being the home of the balti!<br/><br/>University College Birmingham's brilliant student support teams will help you throughout your studies. They offer one-to-one academic support, development sessions and skills workshops alongside health and wellness support. Students also have access to student experience mentors to help them reach their potential.<br/><br/>Register interest today and find your place at University College Birmingham!