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Food Science and Production at NTU
Developments in food science are key to sustainably feeding the world’s growing population. At NTU, we’ll equip you to play a vital role in this global challenge.
Taught by our dedicated team of food scientists and practitioners, you’ll get to grips with the different aspects of food development, working with industry-standard tools and technology in our specialist facilities.
The food and drink industry is the UK’s largest manufacturing sector. You’ll learn the expertise to progress into a range of career pathways or gain the perfect grounding to start up your own enterprise.
in the UK for nutrition and food courses (The Guardian University Guide, 2025).
of Level 6 Food Industry Technical Professional Degree Apprenticeship students are positive about the teaching on their course (National Student Survey 2024).
in the UK for teaching quality in Food Science courses (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
in the UK for the number of undergraduate students studying food sciences (HESA data 2021/22).
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Watch our Food Science and Production videos
Take a look at our subject videos to get a feel for studying at NTU. You'll hear more about our courses from our students and take a tour of our facilities.
Where can you go with a Food Science and Production degree?
The food and drink industry is the UK’s largest manufacturing sector, with employment in the sector growing significantly over the last decade.
You could progress onto careers in a range of quality assurance, technical, and new product development roles, or even start your own specialist food business. You could go into specific roles, such as:
- Dietician
- Food Technologist
- Nutritional Therapist
- Product Developer
- Procurement Manager
- Quality Manager.
Explore your subject facilities
Based at our Brackenhurst Campus you’ll work in our specialist food-processing, chemistry and microbiology laboratories. If you study FdSc Artisan Food Production, you’ll also learn at the School of Artisan Food, based on the Welbeck Estate.
Laboratories
Learn more about the unique laboratories available at Brackenhurst Campus to support your studies.
The School of Artisan Food
Based on the Welbeck Estate, the School of Artisan Food comprises purpose-built training rooms, spanning artisan food production, bakery, dairy production and butchery.
Take a virtual tour
If you can't attend a campus tour, our virtual tour lets you visit NTU from the comfort of your own home. Take a closer look at the facilities and learning spaces you'll use and get a general feel for what it's like to study at NTU. There are 360-degree views of our accommodation and videos that'll give you a flavour of life on campus.