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Available for Clearing 2024
Develop the expertise to meet societys demand for safe and sustainable food products with our accredited BSc Food Science degree.
Led by experts from the Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, this three-year course will equip you with a full understanding of food production processes.
Youll gain essential knowledge and skills in:
- food microbiology
- biochemistry and metabolism
- food processing and engineering
- product development
- human physiology and nutrition.
At Readi...
Develop the expertise to meet societys demand for safe and sustainable food products with our accredited BSc Food Science degree.<br/><br/>Led by experts from the Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, this three-year course will equip you with a full understanding of food production processes.<br/><br/>Youll gain essential knowledge and skills in:<br/><br/><br/>- food microbiology<br/><br/><br/>- biochemistry and metabolism<br/><br/><br/>- food processing and engineering<br/><br/><br/>- product development<br/><br/><br/>- human physiology and nutrition.<br/><br/><br/>At Reading, youll also develop key technical skills through laboratory-based practicals, sensory evaluation, and work in our pilot-scale food processing plant.<br/><br/>**Become a food science specialist at the University of Reading**<br/>- Top ten UK university for Food Science (joint 5th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021).<br/><br/><br/>- 95% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Sciences).<br/><br/><br/>- Our food science graduates have the second-highest median salary of such graduates six months after graduation (The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019, based on analysis of 2017 graduate salaries).<br/><br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/>Our BSc Food Science course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST), the industry’s leading professional body.<br/><br/>Accreditation provides an assurance that your degree meets the standards expected by the food industry, helping you to stand out in a competitive job market. Youll also be recognised as a professional food scientist by the Institute of Food Science and Technology.
Reading is green spaces and a bustling town centre. It's passionate staff and a friendly student community. It's a student experience unlike any other, and it's available through Clearing this summer.
As a top 30 UK University (The Times’ Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024), Reading is an award-winning provider of educational excellence. You'll get quality teaching from expert academics, exciting modules to choose from, and a number of fantastic opportunities. Several courses, such as Food Business & Marketing, offer a built-in placement year to give you industry-rele...
Reading is green spaces and a bustling town centre. It's passionate staff and a friendly student community. It's a student experience unlike any other, and it's available through Clearing this summer.<br/><br/>As a top 30 UK University (The Times’ Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024), Reading is an award-winning provider of educational excellence. You'll get quality teaching from expert academics, exciting modules to choose from, and a number of fantastic opportunities. Several courses, such as Food Business & Marketing, offer a built-in placement year to give you industry-relevant experience. Other programmes give you the chance to travel the world with optional study abroad; archeologists can attend digs in Seoul, Geographers can discover new environments in Dallas, and Lawyers can study in Melbourne. <br/><br/>Located just a 25-minute train from London, Reading is as convenient as it is charming. It's home to an array of restaurants, stunning parks and a buzzing nightlife. <br/><br/>Apply now, with Clearing.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D610
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B One core science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths) and one second science subject. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 At Higher Level, one core science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths) and one second science subject. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M2,M2 One core science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths) and one second science subject. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. Extended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects A levelA,B,B One core science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths) and one second science subject. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. |
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