BSc (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition

The Food Science and Nutrition Course at Canterbury Christ Church University is a multidisciplinary course that integrates the science of food with human health and well-being. Over the duration of the course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the social and biological aspects of nutrition and food science, and the ways in which they shape our society.Course Content: The curriculum incorporates scientific principles; the understanding of nutrients; dietary needs at different stages of life; research analytics; molecular and metabolic biochemistry; food culture; food sustainability, and food science technology. The course content incorporates a blend of practical laboratory work, field trips, lectures, and tutorials.Key Modules: Some of the major modules included in this program are Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Analysis, Public Health Nutrition, Food Quality Management, Advanced Food Science and Technology, and Individual Study.Accreditations: The BSc (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition program has accreditation from the Association for Nutrition (AfN), ensuring that graduates will have achieved a level of employability skills that meet the standards of professional nutrition practice.Future Careers: This course equips graduates for roles such as Food Technologists, Nutritionists, Health Promotion Specialists, Food Safety Inspectors and much more. Additional job spheres include food production, public health, fitness and recreation management, and teaching.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.