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Food scientists and food technologists develop food and drink products, making sure they are safe to consume.
You'll usually need a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
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You'll need:
As a food scientist, you'll:
You could work for a range of organisations involved in researching and developing new products, including:
You could improve your career prospects by getting Registered Scientist (RSci) or Chartered Scientist (CSci) status through the Institute of Food Science and Technology.
With experience you could become a project leader or manage a department like research and development or quality control. You could also move into fields like chemical engineering, agricultural research, toxicology or nutrition science.
Chemical plant process operators control machinery that makes chemical products, like paints, cleaning fluids and cosmetics.
Biotechnologists use plants, animals, microbes, biochemistry and genetics to develop new products and improve existing ones.
Textile operatives spin natural and synthetic material into yarns and fabrics for use in clothing, furnishings and industrial products.
Consumer scientists study why people use or buy products and services, and give advice to retailers and manufacturers.
Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, teams and coaches to improve their motivation and performance.
Laboratory technicians support scientists and help carry out tests, research and investigations.
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Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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