Food Science and Manufacturing at UCNL

Level 4 · 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time · £8,190 full-time

What you’ll study

• Introduction to Academic, Professional and Research Skills in Food Science
• Introduction to Food Chemistry
• Microbiology for Food Science
• Quality and Hygiene in the Food Industry (HACCP, food hygiene and quality)
• Operations and Project Management in Food Manufacturing
• Food Labelling and Packaging

Entry requirements

Typical entry is Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels, BTEC or equivalent.

Applicants under 21 would normally hold 32 UCAS points.

Applications from mature learners with relevant industry experience are welcomed and considered individually.

Fees and costs

£8,190 for full-time study, covering registration, teaching and assessment. Some optional extras such as books, printing, trips and PPE may apply, and are kept to a minimum.

Where it leads

Progress onto the FdSc Foundation Degree, or into food manufacturing, quality assurance, laboratory technician, production and food safety roles.

Level 5 · Full-time and part-time · £8,190 full-time

What you’ll study

Level 4:

• Introduction to Academic, Professional and Research Skills
• Introduction to Food Chemistry
• Microbiology for Food Science
• Quality and Hygiene in the Food Industry
• Operations and Project Management
• Food Labelling and Packaging

Level 5:

• Advanced Food Microbiology
• Analytical Chemistry for the Food Sciences
• Innovation and Advancements in Food Science
• Managing People and Projects
• Food Commodities
• Approach to Research in Food Science

Entry requirements

Typical entry is Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels, BTEC or equivalent.

Applicants under 21 would normally hold 32 UCAS points.

Applications from mature learners with relevant industry experience are welcomed and considered individually.

Fees and costs

£8,190 for full-time study, covering registration, teaching and assessment. Some optional extras such as books, printing, trips and PPE may apply, and are kept to a minimum.

Where it leads

Progress onto the BSc (Hons) Top-up, or into technical, quality and production roles across food manufacturing.

Level 6 · 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time · £8,190 full-time

What you’ll study

• Production Management and Finance
• Quality and Quality Assurance Techniques
• Human Resource Management for Food Manufacturing
• Product Development (New Product Development)
• Research Project

Entry requirements

You’ll normally hold a Foundation Degree or equivalent Level 5 qualification in food science, food manufacturing or a closely related subject. Relevant industry experience is also considered individually.

Fees and costs

£8,190 for full-time study, covering registration, teaching and assessment. Some optional extras such as books, printing, trips and PPE may apply, and are kept to a minimum.

Where it leads

Graduate roles such as Technical Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, New Product Development Technologist, Food Safety Specialist, Production Manager, Laboratory Scientist and Regulatory Affairs Officer, or postgraduate study.