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Overview
Based in Piacenza, Italy’s renowned Food Valley, this Food Production Management programme offered by Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore blends science, tradition, and innovation to train future food industry professionals.
You will explore the entire food supply chain - from farming and processing to food safety, regulation, and business strategy - using cutting-edge tools and real-world case studies. A key feature is hands-on training in the Sensory Lab, where food properties are analysed using advanced technology.
Career
This programme prepares you to work in many parts of the food supply chain — from farms to supermarkets.
You will learn how to manage production, improve quality, and support sustainability across food businesses. This makes you ready for jobs in:
- Farms and food companies: Roles in production, planning, and quality control in both small and large agri-food businesses.
- Retail and trade: Jobs in sales, supply chain coordination, or product management with food retailers or distributors.
- Support services: Opportunities in consulting, marketing, or services that help agri-food companies grow and follow food regulations.
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Courses include:
- Applied agri-food microbiology
- Food technology
- Crop protection
- Animal science
- Sustainability & Food law
- The Wine Trail
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
84
PTE Academic 46
IELTS 6
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Credits
180 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Piacenza, Italy
Disciplines
Food Technology Production and Manufacturing Engineering View 3 other Bachelors in Food Technology in ItalyExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
84
PTE Academic 46
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
To apply for an undergraduate degree, you must:
- Obtain your high school diploma by August 30, 2026. For Medicine and Surgery: obtain your high school diploma by the enrolment deadline established in the programme “Admission Guidelines”.
- Have at least 12 years of total education. If you studied in a non-EU education system, your final 2 years of secondary school must be completed within the same national system.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents8800 EUR / year≈ 8800 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals6632 EUR / year≈ 6632 EUR / year
Living costs
Piacenza
Italy
700 - 1000 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Non-EU residents may apply for a partial scholarship (UCSC International Scholarship) at the time of submitting an application for the programme and if successful, they would be eligible to pay only € 5,900 a year.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Food Production Management.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
12 Jan 2027
Fully Funded World House Fellowship at Rondine Cittadella della Pace, Italy (2025-2026)
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based
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