BSc Food Science with Industrial Training

The BSc Food Science with Industrial Training at the University of Reading is a comprehensive course that suits individuals who are looking for a mix of theory, practical skills, and working experience. The course provides students with a broad understanding of the nature, compositions, and properties of food, nutrition, and food processing. It is an integrated course that includes a whole year in the food industry, giving you invaluable work experience while still pursuing your degree. Course Content: The course spans over four years, including one year of industrial training. The initial years offer basic and advanced knowledge about chemistry and biology, both of which are pivotal for understanding the properties and reactions of food. The study moves to more applied topics like food quality, product development, preservation techniques, and brewing science in the later years. Industrial training in the third year acquaints students with the practical aspect of food science, allowing them to discover new techniques and methods, and apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world environment.Key Modules: Some key modules offered throughout the course include Chemistry for the Biosciences, Essential Nutrition, Introduction to Organisms, Principles of Food Science, Microbiology, Advanced Food Science, Brewing Science, Food & Nutritional Sciences Research Skills and Nutrition & Food Processing with Industrial Placement. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) and approved by the RSB (Royal Society of Biology), which can enhance your professional standing in the field. Future Careers: Graduates from this program may find rewarding careers in a wide range of areas within the food industry, including nutrition, quality assurance, new product development, and food safety. Others may opt for roles in health promotion, teaching, and research. A significantly high proportion of graduates have found employment within six months after graduation. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.