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BSc Brewing and Distilling and Diploma in Industrial Training

Heriot-Watt University

Institution
Heriot-Watt University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Brewing and Distilling and Diploma in Industrial Training
Duration
4-5 years
UCAS code
C981
Typical offer
A-level BBC, IB 29

Entry requirements

A level: BBC (Maths and either Biology or Chemistry, with required subjects at BB) IB: 29 points. Must include Maths and either Biology or Chemistry, with both required subjects at Higher Level 5. Highers: AABBC (over two sittings). Must include Maths at C, and one of Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry at A. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Maths, and Biology or Chemistry. HNC: A in graded unit. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Maths, and Biology or Chemistry. HND: AB / BA in graded unit. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Maths, and Biology or Chemistry.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Innovation, studied over 4-5 years. An industrial placement year is available, and the programme provides access to an on-site brewery, distillery, and rectification laboratory. Optional modules include business, accounting and finance, operations management, and enterprise.

Modules

  • Introductory Biology 1
  • Engineering Professionalism and Technical Communication
  • Practical Skills in Biology
  • Introductory Biology 2
  • Chemistry for the Life Sciences
  • Biology Practical
  • Introduction to Process Engineering