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This degree programme is about gaining the knowledge and understanding of key areas in relation to food production and consumption.
Food Science concerns the ‘fitness for purpose’ of our food in terms of appearance (e.g. colour and surface qualities, texture, flavour and odour) and how these can be improved, alongside the physical, microbiological and chemical aspects of our food, which may be harmful to human health and ho...
We are #1 in the UK for Food Science teaching (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and #2 in the Complete University Guide 2026.<br/><br/>This degree programme is about gaining the knowledge and understanding of key areas in relation to food production and consumption.<br/><br/>Food Science concerns the ‘fitness for purpose’ of our food in terms of appearance (e.g. colour and surface qualities, texture, flavour and odour) and how these can be improved, alongside the physical, microbiological and chemical aspects of our food, which may be harmful to human health and how these can be minimised.<br/><br/>Nutrition concerns the nutrient supply from foods necessary to support the human body in health and during ill health throughout all life stages.<br/><br/>These degrees emphasise the inter-relationship between these areas and their equal importance in food production.<br/><br/>**Professional Accreditations**<br/>The programme has undergone a professional accreditation process overseen by the Institute for Food Science and Technology (IFST). This provides quality assurance that the programme offers students ‘the best possible food-related education’.<br/><br/>We are very proud that our students have had notable successes in UK wide IFST competitions, including our student team who were Silver winners at Ecotrophelia UK 2024 , creating a cookie dough product made from brewers spent grain. Watch this video to hear Team NoDoh share their exciting competition experience at Nestle in England where they secured second place in the UK final by impressing the Dragons judging panel and received £1000 and a years free IFST membership. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcIbK7J5iL4<br/>https://www.ifst.org/organisations/accreditation-schemes/accreditation-degree-courses/accredited-degree-programmes<br/><br/>**Career Development**<br/>Work placements on these programmes provide students with the opportunity to utilise the practical skills gained during the teaching of their degree and apply these in a work environment.<br/><br/>For many students this is the most important aspect of the degree, enabling them to experience the types of jobs which are available on graduation and through the preparation of CVs, interviews, etc. ensuring they are well prepared for the job market.<br/><br/>Our past students have gained work placement with organisations such as: Pepsico, Sainsbury’s, Marks & Spencer, The Food Standards Agency, Finnebrogue, Suki Tea, Dale Farm, Nestlé, Kerry group, Kraft Foods, Moy Park, Tayto, Hovis, Ulster Cancer Foundation, NI Chest, Heart & Stroke, hospital trusts and many more.<br/><br/>**Further Study Opportunities**<br/>The opportunity to combine Masters level study with your undergraduate degree qualifies students to gain experience in Masters level research in their final year of study.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DB64
Institution Code
Q75
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
Not Accepted
Considered on an individual basis. Contact the Admissions and Access Service for further advice at: admissions@qub.ac.uk.
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Successful completion of IB Diploma with 34 points overall with 6,6,5 at Higher Level including Biology or Chemistry OR Successful completion of IB Diploma with 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Biology and Chemistry GCSE grade C Mathematics and either both Biology and Chemistry or Double Award Science grades CC or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University.
Successful completion of BTEC National Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3) with 140 Credits at Distinction and 40 Credits at Merit. NB: National Extended Diploma in Science or Food Technology. GCSE grade C Mathematics and either both Biology and Chemistry or Double Award Science grades CC.
H2,H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3,H3
H2H3H3H3H3H3 to include H3 Biology and Chemistry + If not offered at Higher Level - Ordinary Level Mathematics grade 04. OR H2H2H3H3H3H3 to include H3 Biology or Chemistry + If not offered at Higher Level - Ordinary Level Mathematics grade 04. NB: If not offered at Higher Level - Ordinary Level Biology or Chemistry grade 04.
Offers are set on an individual basis taking into account performance at Scottish Highers. Students with good results in their Scottish Highers will be considered if they are taking Advanced Higher Biology or Chemistry. GCSE/National 5 grade C Mathematics and either both Biology and Chemistry or Double Award Science grades CC.
A,A,B
A,A,A
AAB at A-level including Biology and Chemistry OR AAB at A-level including Biology and either Home Economics or Nutrition & Food Science OR AAB at A-level including Chemistry and either Home Economics or Nutrition & Food Science OR AAA at A-level including Biology or Chemistry or Double Award Applied Science GCSE grade C Mathematics and either both Biology and Chemistry or Double Award Science grades CC. A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland | £4,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,300 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |