The BSc (Hons) in Artisan Food Production at Nottingham Trent University, offers a deeper academic and industry-focused exploration of the artisan food sector. Students develop advanced knowledge in food science, sustainability, and business management, preparing them for leadership roles in the food industry. The course combines practical training such as baking, patisserie, viennoiserie, and dairy with critical thinking and research skills, enabling graduates to innovate and influence the future of artisan food. With access to purpose-built facilities and industry networks, this degree is ideal for those passionate about creating high-quality, ethical, and sustainable food products.

Our programmes are a combination of on-the-job learning and part-time study at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, with delivery consisting of attended learning through block release and distance learning study. The courses aim to provide comprehensive work-based training schemes for people wishing to develop their career in the food manufacturing industry, complemented by ‘off the job’ learning to develop the supervisors, managers and technologists of the future.
The BSc (Hons) Agri-Produce and Supply Chain Management has been developed in order to best prepare students for managing multi-disciplined teams in today’s fast-paced food manufacturing environments.

Shaped by major food industry employers, this degree offers a strategic overview of this innovative and fast-moving industry. The course aims to provide students with specialist knowledge of food factory processing and automation, management, quality assurance and new process development.
Our programmes are a combination of on-the-job learning and part-time study at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, with delivery consisting of attended learning through block release and distance learning study. The courses aim to provide comprehensive work-based training schemes for people wishing to develop their career in the food manufacturing industry, complemented by ‘off the job’ learning to develop the supervisors, managers and technologists of the future.

Our programmes are a combination of on-the-job learning and part-time study at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, with delivery consisting of attended learning through block release and distance learning study. The courses aim to provide comprehensive work-based training schemes for people wishing to develop their career in the food manufacturing industry, complemented by ‘off the job’ learning to develop the supervisors, managers and technologists of the future.
The FdSc in Agri-Produce and Supply Chain Management has been developed in order to best prepare students for managing multi-disciplined teams in today’s fast-paced food manufacturing environments.

Our programmes are a combination of on-the-job learning and part-time study at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, with delivery consisting of attended learning through block release and distance learning study. The courses aim to provide comprehensive work-based training schemes for people wishing to develop their career in the food manufacturing industry, complemented by ‘off the job’ learning to develop the supervisors, managers and technologists of the future.
Students opting for this foundation degree can aim to specialise in an operations management role spanning a range of areas, including factory or supply chain management.

Our programmes are a combination of on-the-job learning and part-time study at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, with delivery consisting of attended learning through block release and distance learning study. The courses aim to provide comprehensive work-based training schemes for people wishing to develop their career in the food manufacturing industry, complemented by ‘off the job’ learning to develop the supervisors, managers and technologists of the future.
The FdSc in Food Operations and Supply Chain Management has been developed in order to best prepare students for managing multi-disciplined teams in today’s fast-paced food manufacturing environments.

The Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Artisan Food Production at Nottingham Trent University, is perfect for those looking to gain hands-on experience in traditional artisan food-making techniques. Delivered in collaboration with The School of Artisan Food, this course focuses on practical skills such as baking, patisserie, viennoiserie, and dairy. Set in the inspiring surroundings of the Welbeck Estate, students benefit from expert tuition, small class sizes, and access to specialist facilities. This course is ideal for aspiring artisan producers or those looking to launch their own food business, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and food quality.

This is the industry standard for qualified waiting on and bar staff. Successful achievement means that learners have proven knowledge skills and understanding of the fundamental practices of the food and drink service. Suitable for those currently employed in such a position, but without a relevant qualification, or for those wishing to advance their career prospects.

This FdSc programme is mapped to the FdSc Food and Drink Operations and Manufacturing Management standard to enable employers to utilise the apprenticeship levy to develop their operation management teams and provide progression opportunities for employees. This programme is also available as a stand-alone FdSc to provide access to non-levy funded or self-funded students.

They allow students to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the food and beverage/front of house sector.

The qualifications cover all aspects of food and beverage service supervision.

They will deliver the key skills required by the learner to ensure they will have a thorough understanding of the role and expectations that any future employer will expect of them.

The Level 2 Diploma or Certificate Food and Beverage Service is for candidates who wish to work in the hospitality industry and already have knowledge of the basic principles of restaurant or bar work, or who can demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to work and study in order to supplement their existing knowledge.

Candidates will be required to display both practical skills and the associated knowledge in order to complete the assessments.

The qualification covers both food safety and safety at work, menu knowledge and design, customer service and handling payments and food and beverage service and product knowledge.

This standard focuses on working on food and drink production lines within food manufacturing plants and businesses. This 2 year apprenticeship is based at our Holbeach campus and awards an Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Diploma in Food and Drink Operations.