School of Food Science and Nutrition

An overview of the School of Food Science and Nutrition

The School of Food Science and Nutrition has always been a leader in the teaching of Food Science subjects. It has built up a reputation over more than fifty years as one of the world's leading institutions in this area of study.

Here at the School we have a strong, cutting-edge, research culture based on the application of fundamental scientific principles to address issues of food quality, something of ongoing concern to consumers, government and industry.

The School itself is recognised for this strong research expertise. In the RAE (Research Assessment Exercise) 2008 no other School of Food Science was ranked higher than Leeds in the UK. We continue to collaborate with major food producers and other academic institutions - a sign of both the high quality research we undertake, and the relevance of our degrees for the needs of today's food industry.

We draw upon current experience through links with industry and external experts including the School's Food Chain Centre for Industrial Collaboration (CIC). The CIC has encouraged excellent links with the food industry, and collaborates closely with major food manufacturers, retailers and research organisations.

For staff and students alike, the relatively small size of our School makes for a friendly atmosphere, and we pride ourselves on our strong staff-student relationships. We win significant funding each year - a sign of both the high quality research we undertake and the relevance of our degrees for the needs of today's food industry.