EIT Food Courses

Circular Business Models for Sustainable Urban Food Systems

14 reviews

Discover how circular business models transform urban food systems to tackle grand challenges through innovative solutions.

• FutureLearn
• 4 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

From Waste to Value: How to Tackle Food Waste

10 reviews

Discover the causes and impact of food waste, and learn how you can tackle it on a personal, community, and national level.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Food for Thought: The Relationship Between Food, Gut and Brain

10 reviews

The gut and brain are very closely linked. Explore how neurology, the microbiome and more interact to affect health.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 5 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Consumer and Environmental Safety: Food Packaging and Kitchenware

9 reviews

Discover the importance of kitchenware and packaging that is safe for people and the environment alike.

• FutureLearn
• 5 hours a week, 5 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Human Microbiome

7 reviews

Discover what the microbiome is, how it changes throughout your life, and the role it plays in good human health.

• FutureLearn
• 4 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Superfoods: Myths and Truths

6 reviews

What is a 'superfood'? What foods are 'superfoods'? What effect do they have on the body and society? Find out with this course.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Improving Food Production with Agricultural Technology and Plant Biotechnology

85 ratings at FutureLearn

Build your knowledge of food production challenges and technology on this course for 16-19 year olds studying A level biology.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

How Food is Made. Understanding Food Processing Technologies

46 ratings at FutureLearn

Have you ever wondered how your food is processed before it reaches your plate? Find out with this online course.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Farm to Fork: Sustainable Food Production in a Changing Environment

51 ratings at FutureLearn

Understand how food goes from farm to fork: explore food security, supply chains, food production and agriculture.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Food and Nutrition: The Truth Behind Food Headlines

63 ratings at FutureLearn

Learn how to find reliable, scientific information about food and nutrition and identify the truth behind food headlines.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding Food Labels

47 ratings at FutureLearn

Learn how to interpret food labels so you can make informed food choices and buy food that supports your health and wellbeing.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding Mediterranean and Okinawa Diets

153 ratings at FutureLearn

Learn the principles, science and health benefits of the Mediterranean and the Okinawa diets.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Science Communication and Public Engagement

30 ratings at FutureLearn

Discover the importance of public engagement in science, and learn techniques to share and raise awareness of your research.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

El microbioma humano

1 review

Descubra qué es el microbioma y el papel que desempeña en la buena salud humana.

• FutureLearn
• 4 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Explore How Farmers Produce Food Sustainably

47 ratings at FutureLearn

Gain an understanding of sustainable food production and the challenges that farmers face to offer a sustainable food supply.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)