Food and Nutrition (1 year top up) BSc (Hons)

Gain specific knowledge and skills in key areas of food processing and development, technology and nutrition. You will also gain research, marketing and management skills.Develop the skills and competencies required for a successful food and nutrition career.This top-up course prepares you for a range of careers in the food industry with roles in food product development, quality assurance, technical management, buying and more. We actively engage with food retailers and food manufacturers and design our course around industry needs to ensure that you enjoy excellent career opportunities.Sheffield Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing us in the top 5% of business schools globally.**How you learn**You are taught by a team of lecturers who have research or managerial experience in the food industry. They are members or fellows of the Institute of Food Science and Technology, and the nutrition lecturers are registered with the Association for Nutrition.**You learn through**- lectures- seminars- practical sessions in state-of-the-art facilities- guest lectures from leading industry professionals- problem based learning- workshops- a live consultancy project- self-directed learning activities**Applied learning****Networking opportunities**Industry professionals from a variety of disciplines present guest lectures and lead workshops giving you subject knowledge across a variety of modules from first year through to final year. You will have the opportunity to meet employers as part of the placement process at employment fairs. Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) engagement encompasses opportunities at all levels at various events, competitions, committees and career events.You also work on a live consultancy challenge during the final year, where you are given a brief from an industry partner and need to design, plan and deliver solutions.**Competitions and awards**You will have the opportunity to enter the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) Young Scientist Competition. You will also have the opportunity to apply for an additional leadership award. This is delivered by external industry consultants and is a great way to enhance your CV.