Food Science with Foundation
University of ReadingFood Science with Foundation BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Reading, based in Reading, taught full-time over 4 years. 89% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £29,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is CCD - BBB.
A-Level Entry
CCD - BBB
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
89.3%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£29,500
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Develop the expertise to meet society's demand for safe and sustainable food products, and develop core academic skills, with our accredited BSc Food Science with Foundation degree.
This four-year programme includes a foundation year that leads directly into the three-year course. The foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed at university. You’ll develop core skills in academic study, writing and research.
Your subject-specific studies will focus on basic principles in:
- biology
- chemistry
- sustainability
- mathematics.
Your learning will be delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical classes and workshops.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/food-and-nutrition-ug/bsc-food-science-with-foundation
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Reading
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Food science and nutrition
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £29,500
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ