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BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling

Heriot-Watt University — Edinburgh, United Kingdom

BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling is a undergraduate Chemistry course at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 4 years, costs £26,840 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 4 years · Full-time · Chemistry · £26,840 per year

Intakes: September

A unique UK undergraduate programme combining engineering and science with the mechanisms behind brewing and distilling. Students explore cereal science, yeast biology, process technology and quality assurance. Hands-on experience is gained through the university's on-site brewery and distillery facilities. It is delivered by the International Centre for Brewing and Distilling, established 1989. Entry requirements (from the course page): A-levels: BBC including Maths and Biology or Chemistry (required subjects at BB); Highers: AABB including Maths and Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry (one at A); IB: 29 points with Maths and Biology/Chemistry at HL5. English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or accepted equivalent). International full-time tuition fee: £26,840 per year (International full-time fee, September 2027 intake).

Modules

  • Introductory Biology 1
  • Introductory Biology 2
  • Chemistry for the Life Sciences
  • Engineering Professionalism and Technical Communication
  • Introduction to Process Engineering
  • Practical Skills in Biology

Careers

  • Brewer
  • Distiller
  • Brewing, distilling and allied industries

Frequently asked questions

How long is BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling at Heriot-Watt University?

BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling takes 4 years (Full-time).

How much does BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling at Heriot-Watt University cost?

The listed tuition fee is £26,840 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling start?

Intakes: September.

What level is BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling?

It is a undergraduate course in Chemistry.

What will I study on BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling?

Modules include Introductory Biology 1, Introductory Biology 2, Chemistry for the Life Sciences, Engineering Professionalism and Technical Communication, Introduction to Process Engineering and Practical Skills in Biology.

What careers can BSc (Hons) Brewing and Distilling lead to?

Typical roles include Brewer, Distiller and Brewing, distilling and allied industries.