Food and Nutrition - FdSc

University College Birmingham

Developed in accordance with guidelines from the Association for Nutrition (AfN) - who maintain the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) - our Food and Nutrition course allows you to explore food science, technology and product development, as well as develop the skills required to critically evaluate common perceptions of nutrition and health. The course covers a vast range of core competencies in the sector, including science, the food chain, social and behavioural aspects, health and wellbeing and professional conduct.Supported by fantastic facilities such as our

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, you will be able to apply your knowledge in practical and relevant ways to areas such as nutrition, public health, food science, manufacturing, technology and psychology. In addition, you will have opportunities for work experience to enhance your employability, while you will also go on a wide range of trips and visits to boost your industry engagement before you graduate.

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– Boost your employability and real-world experience through undertaking work placements in the industry in line with your interests-

– Visit industry sites and events with essential costs covered by the University – past visits have included food exhibitions, manufacturers, farms and producers-

– Develop a specialism relevant to your chosen career through optional modules covering subjects such as Sports and Exercise Nutrition and Food Product Design Development-

– Put your knowledge into practice working in our cutting-edge Food Science and Innovation Suite and other facilities-

– Our links with the food industry offer an array of opportunities, including guest lectures and industry research

University College Birmingham is renowned for its outstanding food industry training facilities. Studying our Food and Nutrition degree course means you will have access to our state-of-the-art food development facilities including our Food Science and Innovation Suite, which features the latest food testing and diagnostic technology, state-of-the-art development kitchen facilities and a bespoke sensory evaluation room. You will also have use of our Human Performance Centre.

Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:- Nutritionist- Food technologist- Product/process development scientist- Health promotion specialist- Nutritional therapist- Secondary school teacher (food technology)- Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for t