Featured byEIT Food by FutureLearn
Overview
Huge amounts of information are provided on food product labels, but surveys have shown that we’re often unsure of its meaning.
Key facts:
On Understanding Food Labels at EIT Food by FutureLearn, you’ll learn how to make sense of the regulations, data, and logos on packaging so that you can make more informed food choices.
You’ll become more aware of what’s in the food you’re buying, the reference intakes for different people, and the nutritional value and environmental sustainability of different foods.You’ll also gain a better understanding of food labelling regulations, as well as the claims food producers are allowed to make.
Programme Structure
Syllabus:
- The what, how and why of food labels
- What's in my food and is it good for me?
- How can I control the quality of my food and how it was produced?
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 3 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Public Health Food Sciences View 15 other Short Courses in Food Sciences in HungaryAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is designed for anyone who makes food purchasing choices and wants to learn more about what goes into their food, the health benefits of what they eat and the sustainability of how it’s produced.
Tuition Fee
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International
44 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 44 USD for the full programme during 21 days. -
National
44 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 44 USD for the full programme during 21 days.
Limited access:free
$189.99 access for one year
- $44one-off payment
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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