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2023 entry application deadlines

For courses starting in 2023 (and for deferred applications), your application should be with us at UCAS by one of these dates – depending on what courses you apply for. If y...

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2023 entry application deadlines

For courses starting in 2023 (and for deferred applications), your application should be with us at UCAS by one of these dates – depending on what courses you apply for. If your completed application – including all your personal details and your academic reference – is submitted by the deadline, it is guaranteed to be considered.

15 October 2022 for 2023 entry at 18:00 (UK time) – any course at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, or for most courses in medicine, veterinary medicine/science, and dentistry. You can add choices with a different deadline later, but don’t forget you can only have five choices in total.

25 January 2023 for 2023 entry at 18:00 (UK time) – for the majority of courses.

Some course providers require additional admissions tests to be taken alongside the UCAS application, and these may have a deadline. Find out more about these tests.

Check course information in the search tool to see which deadline applies to you at the application weblink below.

Apply as soon as possible: Student funding arrangements mean that as offers are made and places fill up, some courses may only have vacancies for students from certain locations. It’s therefore really important that you apply for your chosen courses by the appropriate deadlines mentioned above, as not all courses will have places for all students.

Start date: September 2023.

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The programme can be completed in three to four years (if you select to complete the 48 week optional placement).. You will normally complete three modules per semester, with class contact time approximately three hours per week per modul...

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The programme can be completed in three to four years (if you select to complete the 48 week optional placement).. You will normally complete three modules per semester, with class contact time approximately three hours per week per module. You will be expected to undertake independent study of around 10 hours per week per module. You will have a minimum of 9-10 class contact hours per week on the Coleraine campus.

At the beginning of year 1 you are also expected to attend a two day introductory induction residential involving outdoor team building and leadership activities. At this residential, you will begin to appreciate the nature of the leadership skills and knowledge required for a career in business.

Additionally, you will be expected to devote some of your study time to working with local employers on a specific issue as part of your 'live' project modules in Year 2 and Year 3.

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Associate awards
Diploma in Professional Practice DPP
Diploma in Professional Practice International DPPI
Diploma in International Academic Studies DIAS
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Associate awards
Diploma in Professional Practice DPP
Diploma in Professional Practice International DPPI
Diploma in International Academic Studies DIAS
Find out more about placement awards

Professional recognition
Institute of Hospitality (IoH)
Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality that academic, vocational and professional standards achieved are appropriate and programme content and delivery meet international Institute of Hospitality benchmark standards.

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Developing leaders for the food industry and education.

Summary
Understanding the role of the consumer and the importance of meeting consumer demands within today's marketplace is the central focus within this exciting and challenging p...

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Developing leaders for the food industry and education.

Summary
Understanding the role of the consumer and the importance of meeting consumer demands within today's marketplace is the central focus within this exciting and challenging programme of study.

The content is designed to develop your knowledge on the pivotal role the consumer plays in the design, development, management, marketing and retailing of products and services. It addresses the processes and key issues involved in helping consumers make informed choices about the products and services they buy and use.

The course will provide you with the appropriate analytical, teamwork, organisational and problem-solving skills and competencies necessary for a career related to consumer management, food innovation and food education.

About this course
The BSc Hons Consumer Management and Food Innovation will develop your knowledge on the pivotal role the consumer plays in the design, development, management, marketing and retailing of food products and services.

Ulster is ranked in the top 2 UK Universities for Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Guardian University Guide 2020). The programme is ranked number one for student satisfaction in UK institutions for food and beverage studies (NSS, 2018) Ulster University is also ranked in the top 5 UK universities for hospitality, leisure, recreation and tourism in The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 (The Times/Sunday Times, 2018).

100% of the teaching team have achieved Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy and seven of these team members have Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy.

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The aim and objectives of your course will be achieved in a variety of ways through the application of a range of teaching and learning methods across all modules. The principal methods used include lectures, semina...

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The aim and objectives of your course will be achieved in a variety of ways through the application of a range of teaching and learning methods across all modules. The principal methods used include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, talks from industry guest speakers and case studies. The Department has a strong commitment to providing realistic work experiences and various simulated exercises are included in the laboratory and practical sessions. For example, you will be frequently working on live product development and marketing projects from industry utilising the facilities of our food and consumer testing suite (FACTS).

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During year three of the course, you will complete a compulsory work placement or study abroad. This may be a 48 week work placement with a range of national and international companies including Moy Park, Marks and Spe...

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During year three of the course, you will complete a compulsory work placement or study abroad. This may be a 48 week work placement with a range of national and international companies including Moy Park, Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Dairy Council, Ornua, Disney World (Florida) and The Big Pot Company or in the area of education such as Consumer Council (NI) and the Ulster University.

The satisfactory completion of placement leads to the award of Diploma in Professional Practice/ Diploma in Professional Practice (International) upon graduation. Alternatively you can opt to complete a period of study abroad. During this period, you spend two semesters in an educational institution, which will provide exposure to alternative business cultures and protocols and enhance your personal and professional development.

Successful completion of the placement leads to the award of the Diploma in International Academic Studies (DIAS) upon graduation.

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Graduates from this course are now working for:
• Coca Cola
• Dunbia
• Errigal Seafood
• Genesis Crafty
• Home Economics Departments
• Little Dish
• Moy Park

Job roles
With this degree you could become:
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Graduates from this course are now working for:
• Coca Cola
• Dunbia
• Errigal Seafood
• Genesis Crafty
• Home Economics Departments
• Little Dish
• Moy Park

Job roles
With this degree you could become:
• Food Product Development
• Consumer Research
• Graduate Programme in Product Development
• Quality Assurance
• Research
• Sensory Evaluation
• Teaching

Career options
In terms of career opportunities, the course structure offers flexibility to progress into areas of employment relating to consumer management and food innovation. Several career routes have been identified in the following areas: food product development, teaching, marketing and sales, health promotion, consumer protection and rights, human resource management and food journalism. In addition, successful completion of this course enables you to progress to Post Graduate study and be eligible to apply for admission to the one year full-time Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Home Economics). You will also have the opportunity to participate in the optional Tutoring in Schools programme prior to applying to the PGCE. The elective placement opportunity also provides you with valuable work-related learning experiences to further inform your career decision-making.