Brewing and Distilling
BSc (Hons)
Heriot-Watt University

Key Course Facts
Course Description
The programme is organised in co-operation with senior representatives of the brewing, malting and distilling industries who are members of the International Centre for Brewing and Distilling. It is designed to provide a full understanding of the science and technology of the processes involved from cereal farming through to bottling and packaging. Successful completion allows exemption from the first professional examinations of the Institute of Brewing and Distilling.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Brewing and Distilling, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Qualification requirements
must include Maths and either Chemistry or Biology, with a minimum of a B in one required subject for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB must include Maths, Biology and Chemistry.
HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Biology) with A in graded unit for entry to Year 1.
For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Biology) with grades AA in graded units.
including Mathematics and a science subject.
must include Maths and Biology plus ABBB for entry to Year 2.
must include HL 5 Maths and HL 5 Chemistry or Biology for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 33 points must include HL 6 in Maths and Biology and HL 5 in Chemistry
must be in relevant science subject including sufficient Maths and Chemistry / Biology for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD must be in relevant science subject including sufficient Maths, Biology and Chemistry.
We operate contextual admissions defined by our Fair Access Policy which may mean entry requirements are flexible. We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Admissions Officer for the programme for further information on the entry requirements for these.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Brewing and Distilling, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Tuition Fees Brewing and Distilling BSc (Hons)
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £19792 | year 1 |
International | £19792 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £20584 | year 1 |
International | £20584 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
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About Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University is a prominent research education institution located in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh. Recognised globally for their research contributions in Engineering and Science in particular, this university enjoys a formidable reputation among education ranking listings such as Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings. Despite the university’s campus not being centrally located in the city, students almost unanimously agree that there is more than enough fun to be had on-site, thanks to a proactive Student Union that is constantly working to create spaces and resources for clubs.
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