BSc(Hons)Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Food Science and Nutrition(1 year Add on)
Ireland, Donegal
| Study location | Ireland, ATU Letterkenny |
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| Type | Undergraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 1 year (60 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BSc(Hons) (Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Food Science and Nutrition(1 year Add on)) |
| Course code | 0068/0008 |
| Tuition fee | €12,000 per year |
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| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Irish Leaving Cert level 5 NFQ. More Details The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. This includes a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. If your Documents are not in English, please upload a translated version You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English Qualifications must meet the equivalent of the Irish Leaving Cert level 5 NFQ. More Details |
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Overview
The Bachelor of (Honours) Science in Food Science & Nutrition is designed to build on knowledge gained in a level 7 BSc in Food Science and Nutrition and to broaden the scope and depth of this knowledge. It may be completed in one academic year (2 semesters) or on a part-time basis (ACCS).
The nutritional content, safety, and quality of food are issues that have an important effect on all our lives and health. It’s why there’s a constant demand for graduates in Food Science who have excellent scientific skills as well as knowledge in nutrition, food safety, and food product development.
The programme includes modules on Food Fermentation, Food Safety, Nutrition, Disease and Health Promotion, Food Processing, and Food Product Development and Sensory Evaluation It also contains a module on LEAN Technologies: Tools and Techniques that is intended to equip you with the basic skills required to develop your management potential within the food industry.
As a Food Science and Nutrition graduate you will be able to pursue a successful careers in the food industry, and also in government departments concerned with food production and food safety. Previous graduates have found employment with Kerry group, Errigal Seafood, Marine Harvest Ireland, and Nature Best.
Career opportunities
Career Pathways
The main employers are:
Food Industry
Food Nutrition Companies
Government Agencies
Graduate Careers
Graduate careers typically include:
Food Product Developer
Food Production Supervisor
Food Quality & Safety Analyst
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