BSc in Food Science with Business
Course code: WD164
What is the BSc in Food Science with Business?
This is a new degree programme designed by WIT staff in conjunction with food industry professionals due to a demand for suitably qualified graduates. The main aim of the programme is to develop a graduate with the knowledge and skills to competently work in the various sectors of the industry i.e. meat, dairy, grain, bread, sugar and drinks. The programme will equip graduates with expertise in food safety management, modern food processing methods, regulatory affairs, epidemiology and food business. Professional development of the person is a key feature of the programme. This will be achieved by the study of appropriate modules and by a period of work placement in the food industry.
Career Opportunities
Recent studies have highlighted the need for a proper interface between third level colleges and the food industry that would enhance graduate employment prospects. It is envisaged that graduates would enter such areas as production, processing, quality assurance, food analysis and product development as supervisor / manager.
Follow on Study
On successful completion of this programme graduates will be given the opportunity to progress to an honours degree programme that is currently being developed.
Course Outline
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Introductory Biology Introductory Chemistry Introductory Physics Introductory Mathematics Introduction to ICT for Scientists Good Lab Practice & Core Skills |
Cell Biology and Biochemistry Physical and Organic Chemistry Physics for Scientists Mathematics for Scientists Primary Food Production Introduction to Food Science |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
| Food Analysis Microbiology 1 Nutrition Laboratory Data Analysis & Presentation Accounting for Food Scientists Statistics for Scientists |
Food Microbiology Food Process Technology Food Regulatory Affairs Environmental Science Bioanalytical Methods for the Food Industry Electives (Choose 1): - Food Biotechnology - Food Marketing |
Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
12 week work placement in Food Industry |
Introduction to Quality Management Food Safety Management System The Professional Individual Food Business Epidemiology and Public Health Introduction to Research Methods |
Course Facts
Course Title: BSc in Food Science with Business
Course Code: WD164
Course Level: 7
Duration: 3 years
Course Entry
Leaving Certificate:
- Total number of different subjects at grade D or better: 5
Required Subjects:
- English/Irish: OD3/HD3
- Mathematics: OD3/HD3
For further information:
Course Leader: Eleanor Kent
Email: ekent@wit.ie
Recent Entry Points
| Year | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Minimum Points | n/a | 300 | 210 | 220 | 220 |
