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Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025

Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science (2 years)

Have you wondered how new food is created, tested, manufactured, packed and finally served on your plate? Well, you can discover and experience the answer in this course! You will learn how new food is developed, analysed, processed, packaged and served, while adhering to strict regulatory requirements in the food industry.

ITE College East
Admission type: JAE , ITE EAE
Course duration : 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JAE:
College Course code
ELR2B2-C net aggregate
ITE College East
 V31 16 - 32

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2FS and applies to all colleges.

Applicants should ensure that they do not have colour appreciation deficiency. Interested applicants with this condition should contact ITE for more information.

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Course details

Field of study Engineering
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science
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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-8
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics 1-7

Any one of the following subjects
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Combined Science
  • Human and Social Biology
  • Integrated Science
  • Physics/Engineering Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)/Physical Science
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
 1-8

Internship

Internship duration 6 months

Career prospects

Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science graduates are employed by companies in food manufacturing and food and beverage (F&B) sectors where they could contribute significantly in ensuring resilient, safe and quality food supply for consumers. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Food Technician, Food Production Technician and Food Processing Technician.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.