📖Program Curriculum
Year one
In your first you'll build a science base learning fundamental concepts of human biology microbiology anatomy and physiology You'll learn about consumer perceptions of the food supply chain with particular reference to nutritional environmental and ethical issues You'll develop your practical study and ICT skills
Year two
In two you'll gain more detail in topics you covered in your first while laying the foundations for your dissertation in your final
You'll develop:
your understanding of the interaction of diet and other lifestyle factors that affect individuals communities and population groups in the development and or treatment of disease
your methods of enquiry and critical evaluation of the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems
the skills and techniques required to undertake primary and secondary scientific research in food science food technology and nutrition
You'll also explore food quality and new food product development and you’ll have the option to complete a work placement module
Year three
In your final you'll critically evaluate the national and international concepts of risk assessment and their application at all stages of the food system You'll evaluate issues and concerns over food provision and conduct a primary research investigation You can opt to collaborate with an organisation in the food and nutrition sector for an independent project
