Overview

Food Science and Nutrition (Hons) and Nutrition at the Atlantic Technological University includes modules on Food Fermentation, Food Safety, Nutrition, Disease and Health Promotion, Food Processing, and Food Product Development and Sensory Evaluation It also contains a module on LEAN Technologies: Tools and Techniques that is intended to equip you with the basic skills required to develop your management potential within the food industry.

As a Food Science and Nutrition graduate you will be able to pursue a successful careers in the food industry, and also in government departments concerned with food production and food safety. Previous graduates have found employment with Kerry group, Errigal Seafood, Marine Harvest Ireland, and Nature Best.

Career Pathways

The main employers are:

Food Industry
Food Nutrition Companies
Government Agencies

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sports Nutrition

Advanced Food Chemistry and Analysis

Food Fermentation

Food Processing

Food Safety and Security

Operation Management and Lean Techniques

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Non-EU Visa requiring applicants: 1st May

Non-EU Non-Visa requiring applicants: 31st July

Language

English

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70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Letterkenny, Ireland

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics Food Science View 16 other Bachelors in Nutrition & Dietetics in Ireland

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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

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95

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70

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51

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This is an Honours Degree programme for students who have achieved a level 7 BSc in Food Science and Nutrition. – Students who have completed an equivalent programme at level 7 with appropriate learning outcomes would also be considered for acceptance.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year

Living costs

Letterkenny

Ireland

650 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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