Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Food Science and Nutrition Atlantic Technological University - Donegal Letterkenny Campus, Ireland

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Food Science & Nutrition will provide the student with a broad knowledge of food science, including food manufacturing and processing alongside nutrition and dietary analysis.

Food science and nutrition is at the centre of everyone’s life, every day. What we eat, how our food is made and developed, and how our diets affect our bodies is at the forefront of this course. You will gain a deep understanding about the relationship between diet and disease, and how changing consumer lifestyles can impact on our health, as well as how the modern food industry operates. You’ll also learn about food production and processing, and study the nutritional properties, quality and safety of food products, acquiring a knowledge of human biochemistry, nutrition and dietary analysis.

New to this programme is a 12 week placement in Year 3. This prepares all students with the relevant experience and skills for Industry upon graduation.

After graduation students will be able to embark on a career as a food product developer, food production supervisor or a food quality & safety analyst.