Course summary
Our knowledge and understanding of food and nutrition is constantly evolving, making it one of the most diverse and interesting areas to work in today. On this contemporary course you will cover a variety of key topics, including nutrition through the lifecycle, consumer behaviour, microbiology, sensory science and sustainable food supply-chain management. You will undertake research into areas related to modern food management, and enhance your knowledge and skills in this increasingly important field. You will also have the opportunity to learn from our network of food entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
Modules
Nutrition and food management techniques are being updated as our understanding of food science grows. As you progress in your studies, you will gain the technical, operational and managerial skills you need to meet the current demands of businesses in the food management sector. During this food and nutrition course, you will have access to food entrepreneurs and industry professionals who are part of the West London Food Innovation Lab Network. Throughout your studies, you will use a knowledge base that we have developed with the Institute of Food Science and Technology. Food-related research is a key part of this course and include topics such as: • nutritional analysis to develop plant-based menus • processing techniques to provide optimum nutrition in restaurants, schools, hospitals and nursing homes • new product development and sensory analysis of new products using novel ingredients • sustainable food production techniques including solutions to zero food waste and energy efficient food production. Modules: Year One • Principles of Nutrition• Applied Nutrition • Principles of Food Microbiology • Public Health and Nutrition • Becoming a Nutritional Professional • Food Provenance. Year Two • Nutrition Through the Lifecycle • Food Quality and Sensory Analysis • Human Psychology and Nutrition • Leadership and Talent Management • Food Processing and Engineering • Applied Research Methods. Year Three • Nutrition - Health and Disease • Critical Issues in Food and Nutrition • Sustainable Food Systems • Lifestyle and Food Management • Dissertation.
How to apply
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:
- B4N2
- Institution code:
- W05
- Campus name:
- Main site - West London
- Campus code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE (or recognised equivalent) English and Mathematics at Grade C or above
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
University of West London
St Mary's Road
Ealing
W5 5RF