Food Science with Industrial Training

University of Reading
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Food science and nutrition

A-Level Entry

ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£29,500

About this course

Led by experts from the Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, this four-year course contains an integrated industrial placement, and will equip you with a full understanding of food production processes.

You'll gain essential knowledge and skills in:

  • food microbiology

  • biochemistry and metabolism

  • food processing and engineering

  • product development

  • human physiology and nutrition.

    At Reading, you'll also develop key technical skills through laboratory-based practicals, sensory evaluation, and work in our pilot-scale food processing plant.

    A key component of this degree is a year-long professional placement, which occurs between your second and final year. Placements can help enhance your employability and build your network.

    The course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST), the industry’s leading professional body.

    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-industrial-training

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB
    Scottish Higher AABBB
    BTEC DDM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    5435 Cooks
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists

    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