Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nutrition, Food and Business Management Atlantic Technological University - St Angelas Campus, Ireland

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) programme is aimed at students with a strong interest in food, nutrition and food product development as well as students who are interested in developing a diverse range of entrepreneurial skills and business acumen. The BSc seeks to prepare students for the challenges of producing foods safe for human consumption, developing more nutritious, healthier food options for dynamic, ever-changing markets.
The Food Market

The UN predicts the global population will grow to 9.5 Billion by 2075, meaning there will be an extra 3 billion mouths to feed in the next six decades. According to a study by the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (2013), food allergies among children alone increased by approximately 50% between 1997 and 2011. According to the OECD, the global middle-class population is set to swell to almost 5 billion people by 2030, meaning more disposable income to spend on value added food (foods fortified with added nutrients). Belgian research shows that consumers want healthier food products but will not compromise on taste.

There are 230,000 jobs linked to the Agri-Food sector in Ireland, a current turnover of roughly €26bn and food and drink exports of over €11.15bn in 2016 with further growth predicted for 2017 and beyond (Bord Bia, 2017).