Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Gastronomy Science and Food Innovation
Overview
This new dynamic course aims to provide students with the knowledge, creative skills and technological competences necessary for a career in the food and/or culinary sector. The course is designed to reinforce and enhance the student’s knowledge of scientific principles, processes and technologies through the study of food.
This degree will benefit students who are interested in applying scientific principles to the theoretical and practical aspects of food, from production of raw materials to food product development.
The first two years focus on culinary skills and essential food science. The third year of both courses
will focus on a new food product development, entrepreneurship, and introduction to sensory and consumer science. The final years of study will focus on the acquisition of scientific skills in food science, sensory and flavour science. Want to understand food sensory analysis and why our taste buds are forever developing, you might find out this and more on this new exciting award.
For more information read our brochure.
Programme Code
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AU631
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Points
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281 (2024)
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Level
- 8
Location
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Galway City, Dublin Road
Duration
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4 Years
Method of Delivery
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On Campus
Mode of Study
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Full Time
Work placement
- Included
Why Study this course?
Work Placement
Work placements allow students to experience at first hand the challenges, demands and rewards of working in this exciting and challenging industry
Experienced Team
Many staff have worked in the industry and bring real, relevant industry experience to the classroom
Holistic Approach
The programme will create highly competent individuals with a unique combination of skills, by combining the creativity of the chef, with the scientific and technical knowledge to operate in food research and development