Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025
Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science (3 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.
| College | Course code |
MAS1B3 net aggregate
|
|---|---|---|
|
ITE College East
|
HF3FS | 2 - 7 |
Applicants should ensure that they do not have colour appreciation deficiency. Interested applicants with this condition should contact ITE for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Certification offered |
Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
* Mobile Robotics, Smart Electrical Technology, IoT Applications, Mechanical Design & Automation, and Mobile Web Applications subjects can be used in lieu of Science for admission to this 3-year Higher Nitec course
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics or Science* | A-D or 1-5 |
|
Any 2 other subjects |
A-D or 1-5 |
Internship
| Internship duration | 3+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
You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.