Bachelor of Consumer Science specialising in Food Management at University of Pretoria

This programme covers the entire food supply chain from farm to fork, combining food preparation, food service management, nutrition, food safety and hygiene with recipe development, consumer behaviour and sustainable food retail logistics. Students specialise in their final year in either hospitality or food retail management.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/07/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Food preparation, food service management, nutrition, food safety and hygiene, recipe development and standardisation, consumer aspects of food, and marketing and business modules, with on-site industry visits and required internships.

Career pathways

Brand or sales managers, store managers, food and beverage buyers and planners, food stylists, food journalists, food product marketers, visual merchandisers, consumer consultants or entrepreneurs.

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