University of Reading

BSc Food Science with Foundation

University of ReadingReading, United Kingdom

Course overview

Learn from world-leading authorities on food on the BSc Food Science with Foundation, and discover how to tackle the exciting challenges facing Europe's largest industry, starting in September 2026 at the University of Reading.

Key highlights

  • Taught by world-leading authorities on food
  • Explores challenges facing Europe's largest industry
  • Foundation year included before full degree study

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB — for applicants without a core science subject

Scholarships

  • Built Environment Undergraduate Scholarships

    You may be eligible for an annual £1,000 scholarship for each year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship

    Each scholar will receive £6,000 a year, for up to four years of full-time study on their course (subject to terms and conditions), for maintenance and living costs.

    Up to £6,000
  • IFP Ambassador Scholarships

    The scholarship will take the form of a tuition fee reduction of £5,000 for the IFP/IFY year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Reading Excellence Scholarship - Undergraduate

    80 scholarships worth £5,000 each will soon be available for incoming international undergraduate students.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sociology Scholarship

    1.2 The Scholarship is available to students paying both home and international fees, comprising of £3,000 in the first year of study, paid directly to students for maintenance and living costs (i.e. not as a fee discount).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Food Scientist
  • Food Technologist
  • Quality Assurance Manager
  • Product Development Scientist
  • Food Safety Officer
  • Nutrition Scientist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,000 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Reading, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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