Food Science Msci (Hon)

Course Overview - Food Science Msci (Hon)

The food industry is one of the largest in the world — with leading global corporations seeking qualified scientists who have the acumen to advance their products. Whether it’s enhancing the quality and safety of food products that interests you, or you’re keen to develop brand new products from concept to launch, the extensive skill set you’ll build on our Food Science MSc will open the door to many diverse career opportunities in this ever-evolving field.

From challenging current issues in food production to applying scientific concepts to grasp the complex characteristic...

Course Information

3 options available

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

5 Years

Start Date

23/09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT

Application Details

Course Code

D611

Institution Code

L23

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

A,A,A,B,B

AAABB including 2 sciences at Advanced Higher, at least one of which must be Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Mathematics.

Access to HE Diploma

D:30,M:15

60 credits overall in an acceptable science related programme with 45 credits at Level 3 of which 30 are graded Distinction and the remainder graded Merit.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

16 points at higher level, with 5 each in two science subjects at Higher Level including at least one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Mathematics.

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

D*DD

D*DD in a relevant Science subject. We do not accept Health and Social Care, Animal Management or Sports and Exercise Science.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3

AAAABB or H2H2H2H2H3H3 including two science subjects (including at least one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Mathematics).

GCSE/National 4/National 5

C (4) in English, or an equivalent English language qualification, and C (4) in Mathematics.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2,M2,M2

D2 M2 M2 including two science subjects (including at least one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Mathematics).

A level

A,A,B

AAB including two science subjects (including at least one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Mathematics). Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Excludes A-Level General Studies or Critical Thinking.

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Fees and funding

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