BSc Food and Nutrition Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Food and Nutrition Science and Nutrition, a nutrition and food science and nutrition degree focused on dietary health and food science. Practical training is delivered through analytical science laboratories equipped with high-spec equipment. Students benefit from field trips to locations such as Rothamsted Research and Bottom Farm, alongside collaborative opportunities with industry professionals.
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Entry requirements
96 UCAS tariff points including 80 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalent. GCSE grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 Maths. With Foundation Year: 48 UCAS tariff points including 32 from at least 1 A-level or equivalent. GCSE grade 4/Functional Skills Level 2 Maths.
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What students say
Based on about 48 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 70%
- Learning opportunities: 63%
- Assessment and feedback: 62%
- Academic support: 69%
- Organisation and management: 43%
- Learning resources: 67%
- Student voice: 60%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 40%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 50%
- Other Health Professionals: 30%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 40%
- London: 45%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Other qualifications: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 35%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Silver for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Food and Nutrition Science at University of Bedfordshire earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,500 and £32,500. The £24,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Nutrition and dietetics.
What do graduates of BSc Food and Nutrition Science at University of Bedfordshire do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Food and Nutrition Science at University of Bedfordshire?
70% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Food and Nutrition Science at University of Bedfordshire?
The average entrant had 118 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Food and Nutrition Science at University of Bedfordshire?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 40% left higher education.