Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Baking Science and Technology
- 3 years
- Duration
- 14,900 GBP/year
- Price
- Sep 2025
- Start
- May 2025
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
Our three technical bakery courses provide you with the foundational knowledge and hands-on experience you need to succeed in the fast-paced, creative, and rewarding world of commercial baking and food processing.
You will gain a broad understanding of the field, from the art and science of chocolate, bread, and pastry making to the precise techniques of baking chemistry and the paramount importance of food safety.
Built on the foundation of the oldest baking school in the UK, our facilities and instructors are among the best in the world. Together, they offer instruction that can help any baker reach their full potential.
Education takes place on Southwark Campus
Program structure
Students can choose 3 study options:
1. Certificate of High Education (CertHE, 1 year program)
The first year of a three-year program, our CertHE Baking and Pastry Technology programme is a great place to start. Prospective students may be interested in the DipHE or BSc programs from the get-go, but those who are short on time can still acquire the fundamental knowledge and abilities necessary to get into the baking profession by completing the CertHE program in only one year.
1 YEAR PROGRAM
- Baking core skills
- Bread production and technology
- Chocolate production
- Confectionary and pastry production
- Applied and sustainable food safety
- Applied baking chemistry
2. Diplom of High Education (DipHE, 2 years program)
Our DipHE Advanced Baking and Pastry Technology course is the first two years of a potential three year course of study. While you may wish to enrol on to our three year BSc course from the outset, successful completion of the two year DipHE would be suitable for individuals who wish to develop the core skills required to enter the baking industry, with the advanced skills required for supervisory level roles in a range of settings.
1ST YEAR
As same as for CertHE
2ND YEAR
- Advanced bread fermentation and technology
- Artisan chocolate production
- Advanced confectionary and pastry production
- Baking products compisition properties and analysis
- New product design and development
- Business management and marketing (optional)
- Human nutrition (optional)
3. Bachelor of Science (BSc, 3 years program)
Our BSc (Hons) Baking Science and Technology course is a three year course of study, and the highest taught qualification offered specifically in the baking industry. While you may wish to enrol on to our one year CertHE or two year DipHE courses from the outset, successful completion of the full BSc would be suitable for individuals who wish to develop the core skills required to enter the baking industry.
1ST YEAR
As same as for CertHE
2ND YEAR
As same as for DipHE
3RD YEAR
- Baking innovation project
- The science and technology of bread fermentation
- Creative and innovative patisserie design
- Applied bakery science
- Business strategy within the bakery sector (optional)
- Advanced topics in human nutrition (optional)
- Advanced new product development (optional)
Price
Fee for two semester (1 year education) is 14900.00 pounds sterling for international students
Requirements for applicants
Entry requirements for Bachelor degree depend on the country-living of the students*
Requirements for admission on the example of students from India:
- Indian Standard XII: minimum average of 55-65% or higher (depending on exam board and LSBU course applied for)
- 3 passes at GCE A Level (required grades dependant on LSBU course applied for)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
- Accredited UK Foundation programme: minimum 55-60% or higher
- Accredited Polytechnic/College Diploma (2 - 3 years duration) 58% or higher
Interview and portfolio:
Selection will be considered via submission of portfolio and UCAS statement. Applicants may be invited to attend an interview process which may include an element of practical testing to gauge level of practical ability.
English language requirements:
- IELTS Academic Overall score: 6.0 (with no component below 5.5)
- TOEFL IBT (Internet Based Test) Overall score: 80 Minimum scores required in each skill area are: Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Writing: 17 Speaking: 20
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) Overall score: 52 (minimum score required in each skill area is 51)
- LanguageCert SELT or International ESOL (IESOL) Exam High Pass Note: for Student Visa the minimum score required in each skill area is 33* (*For C2 Mastery, min score for Listening is 25)
- University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations Overall score: 169 with no score below 162
- Trinity ISE Pass ISE II with Distinction in all 4 components
- Password Overall score: 6.0
- A-Level/ AS-Level English Language Grade C or above
- GCSE / O-Level English Language (Edexcel/ Cambridge Overseas exam boards) Grade C or above Grade 4 or above
- IGCSE English as a Second Language / First Language English (Cambridge Assessment) Grade C or above
- Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC) Grade C or above
- Scottish Advanced Higher/Higher/ National 5 English Grade C or above
- International Baccalaureate Diploma English A HL 4 SL 5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma English B HL 5
*For information about the requirements for your country, please contact us using the feedback form.
About the university
Established in south London in 1892 as the Borough Polytechnic Institute, we have since contributed to the betterment of local students, businesses, and residents.
The original goal of the organization—"to promote the industrial skill, general knowledge, health, and well-being of young men and women"—remains at the heart of what we do today. Our students will be prepared for the challenges of the modern workplace thanks to our hands-on, career-focused curriculum.
Our campuses
- Southwark campus
- Croydon campus
- Havering campus
Our faculties
Our courses are developed in collaboration with leading companies, and we provide internships and co-ops to help you launch your career. Our instructors are experts in their fields because they have, in all likelihood, been in the situations they teach about firsthand.
We have more than 200 courses for students to enrol on.
Here are some of the topics in which we can provide training: Accounting and Finance, Architecture, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Business and Management, Computer Science, Criminology and Sociology, Drama and Theatre, Economics, Engineering, Law, Marketing, Nursing and Miswifery, Psychology, Social Care, Sport and others.
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