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BSc Food Technology with Bioprocessing with Industrial Training

University of Reading

Institution
University of Reading
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Food Technology with Bioprocessing with Industrial Training
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
D621
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: ABB including B in two sciences (at least one must be a core science)* *Core sciences: Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Maths, Food Science and Nutrition. Accepted additional sciences: Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Physical Education, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, A-level Design and Technology: Product Design. IB: 32 points overall including at least 5 in one core science subject (as listed above) and one second science subject* at higher level.

About this course

BSc in Food Science and Nutrition and Food Science and Innovation. Core topics include Control Systems, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. The course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST). The four-year programme includes an industrial training placement between the second and final year, and students complete a Research Project in their final year.

Modules

  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Physiology
  • Food and Nutritional Chemistry: A Practical Approach
  • Food Microbiology
  • Food System Challenges
  • Introduction to Sustainable Food Manufacturing
  • General Chemistry A
  • Composition and Properties of Foods
  • Food Processing and Quality Assurance
  • Microbiology of Food Spoilage, Preservation and Hazards
  • Food Manufacturing Principles
  • Securing a Job: Recruitability and Employability
  • Advance Food Quality and Safety
  • Sustainable Food Systems
  • New Product Development
  • Research Project