Food Science and Nutrition BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Food Science and Nutrition BSc (Hons)
With the global population predicted to exceed nine billion people by 2050, we need to find ways to make better use of the resources we have to grow and produce nutritious, healthy foods. Our course builds your knowledge in food, nutrition and physiology to explain the connection between diet and health.
*What is food science and nutrition? *
+ Designing and engineering innovative food
+ Understand the impact of food processing on nutritional value and food quality
+ Enhancing texture, taste and nutrition
+ Developin...
With the global population predicted to exceed nine billion people by 2050, we need to find ways to make better use of the resources we have to grow and produce nutritious, healthy foods. Our course builds your knowledge in food, nutrition and physiology to explain the connection between diet and health. <br/><br/>*What is food science and nutrition? * <br/>+ Designing and engineering innovative food <br/><br/><br/>+ Understand the impact of food processing on nutritional value and food quality <br/><br/><br/>+ Enhancing texture, taste and nutrition <br/><br/><br/>+ Developing sustainable ingredients and processes <br/><br/><br/>+ Understanding the impact of food consumption on health <br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll study</strong><br/>Well teach you the science behind the food we eat. Youll learn how to create sustainable, nutritious and safe food. This applied science degree can lead to jobs in research, operations and management. <br/><br/>Youll investigate the sensory, physical and chemical properties of foods. Using our specialist facilities you will apply this knowledge to explore food innovation and develop new products. Youll look at consumer trends, new technology and the latest food research. <br/><br/>Read about our research in Future Food.<br/><br/><strong>Developing new foods</strong><br/>In year three youll apply your knowledge to develop a new food product. Working as teams, youll use the food processing facility to create the finished product. From idea generation through to the final packaged product, youll get a hands-on experience of what it takes to bring a food or drink product to market. There is also the opportunity to enter Ecotrophelia, a European food innovation student competition. Over the last five years teams from the University of Nottingham have received medal positions from the UK Ecotrophelia competition. <br/><br/><strong>Food science at Nottingham</strong><br/>Meet our staff, watch our module spotlights and see what its like to study with us by watching our student vlogs. Find out more.<br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>+ <strong>Ranked 2nd</strong> in nutrition and food science (Guardian University Guide 2025) as well as top 5 in the UK for food science (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024) <br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Accredited course</strong> – this course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology, meaning it meets high quality standards<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Specialist facilities</strong> – make use of our specialist facilities for food production, (physio)chemical analysis and flavour science<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Industry connected</strong> - Hear from industry experts in guest lectures and take an optional year in industry<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Apply your knowledge</strong> - experience problem-based learning with real life case studies<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Career support</strong> - our staff can provide tailored career support and year in industry guidance <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Sutton Bonington Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D6B4
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
This qualification is only accepted in combination with 2 Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB. The Advanced Highers must include include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Further Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone are not sufficient to meet the 2 science requirement.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21
This qualification will be considered where appropriate science content is being studied. The requirement is 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 24 credits must be achieved at Distinction plus 21 graded Level 3 credits at Merit. 30 graded Level 3 credits must be achieved at minimum Merit from acceptable science units.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
including Higher Level 5 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Maths Applications and Interpretations or Maths Analysis and Approaches. Alternatively, Higher Level 5 in 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Maths Applications and Interpretations or Maths Analysis and Approaches, plus Higher Level 5 in 1 of Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Psychology, Sports Health and Exercise Science. Alternatively, 655 in 3 Higher Level certificates including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Maths Applications and Interpretations or Maths Analysis and Approaches. Alternatively, 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Maths Applications and Interpretations or Maths Analysis and Approaches, plus 1 of Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Psychology, Sports Health and Exercise Science.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths grade C/4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
To include include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Further Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone are not sufficient to meet the 2 science requirement. This qualification is accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades ABBBB.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M3
To include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Further Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone are not sufficient to meet the 2 science requirement.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
A level
A,B,B
To include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Further Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone are not sufficient to meet the 2 science requirement. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.
T Level
D
T Levels are considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure sufficient science content is studied; please contact us for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
B
This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £30,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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