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Food and Nutrition with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2023 - 20242024 - 2025
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Sheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary

  • Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST).
  • Learn how to identify gaps in the food and nutrition market.
  • Develop new food products in our state-of-the-art facilities.
  • Study food processing technologies and food safety.
  • Acquire sought-after external qualifications to boost your CV.
This course is accredited by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) and prepares you for a variety of roles in the fast-paced food sector, the UK’s largest manufacturing sector. You’ll learn how to balance demands for nutritional quality, shelf life, sustainability and various sensory attributes – as well as managing food safety across a range of food manufacturing and retail contexts. How you learn Our award-winning teachers have worked in the food and nutrition sectors and are actively involved in applied and impactful research. You’ll understand the latest trends in food marketing, food consumer behaviour, food characteristics and nutrition. You’ll be able to apply your knowledge to live projects in collaboration with external partners, making you stand out to employers. At every level of the course, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with live projects and professional work opportunities. You can apply to access placements, volunteering opportunities and work experience through our relationships with food manufacturers and retailers. In the foundation year, you’ll study wider business topics, while specialising in your chosen subject area. You’ll learn useful skills such as academic writing, work in diverse teams and learn to utilise a wide variety of data sources. In doing so, you’ll fully prepare yourself for undergraduate study. Applied learning - Work placements You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your third and fourth years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Due to our strong relationships with regional, national and international employers, we can help you to secure a great placement opportunity and support you while you are there. Networking opportunities You’ll have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you relevant sector experience to prepare you for your future career – and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV. Live projects Live projects are embedded within every level of your course – culminating in a final-year consultancy project with an external partner. Here you get to use all the skills, knowledge and experience you’ve gained throughout the course. For example, previous students have worked with the Co-op, Warburtons, Innocent – to name a few. Past projects have included sugar reduction in biscuits and confectionery, the development of new ranges of products, and food packaging and plastic reduction for a healthier planet. Networking opportunities Graduates are invited regularly to come and meet our current students. Here you can get a critical insight of your different career options while starting to build your own professional network. You’ll also benefit from our professional body membership to interact with professionals and students from other institutions. Competitions We’ll encourage you to submit your work to Institute of Food Science and Technology competitions. In the past our students have been recognised externally for the high standard of their work – several winning the prestigious Institute of Food Science and Technology young scientist award.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Contemporary Issues Introduction To Business Organisation Management And Delivery 1 Organisation Management And Delivery 2 Self And Stakeholder Management The Practice Of Business In The Events, Food, Hospitality And Tourism Industries Year 2 - Compulsory modules Applied Academic Skills Food Business Management Food Choice: People And Planet Fundamentals Of Food And Nutrition: Composition, Safety And Nutrient Function Year 3 - Compulsory modules Applied Nutrition: Populations, Policy And Practice Food Innovation And Product Development Personal And Professional Development Sustainable Food: Preservation, Processing And Packaging Year 4 - Optional modules Placement Year Final year - Compulsory modules Food And Nutrition Consultancy Challenge Food And Nutrition Research Food Quality Management Elective modules Global Issues In Nutrition And Health Issues In Sports Nutrition

Assessment method

Coursework Exam Practical

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • AACSB International

How to apply

31Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
A082
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/food-and-nutrition/bsc-honours-food-and-nutrition-with-foundation-year/full-time/

Additional entry requirements

Other

Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2023 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalents

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/food-and-nutrition/bsc-honours-food-and-nutrition-with-foundation-year/full-time/

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/food-and-nutrition/bsc-honours-food-and-nutrition-with-foundation-year/full-time/

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £15860 Year 1
International £15860 Year 1

Additional fee information

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 are £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Our tuition fees for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £15,860 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,500-£2000. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Food and Nutrition with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS