
Unit 2
Sensory Studies and Odour Taste Language
Sensory study requires an understanding of how we smell, and how we taste. But just as importantly, we need to understand how to communicate about it. In this second module, you’ll discover the answers as you gain valuable insight into the science of olfaction, as well as practical advice on industry smelling techniques.
Written by David Williams, an expert in the field of sensory studies, this module is the perfect introduction to specialist terminology, cutting edge science, and our heritage in the rich sensory world of the aroma trades. And you’ll also look back at the history of perfumery, including its development, and explore various schemes of odour classification.
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“The ancient nose was sometimes perceived as a gateway to the soul, and the function of the smell-organ (was viewed) as a conduit between the inner body and the outside world...”
— Prof. Mark Bradley
What is included
Flexible Learning
Studying with ICATS gives you ultimate learning flexibility. With no assignment hand-in dates or fixed exam at the end of the year, you’re free to work through your course modules at your own pace.
Tutor Support
As an ICATS student, you’ll have the support of a tutor. Experts in their subjects, your tutor will guide you throughout your studies, giving you advice and research approaches for your final dissertation.
ICATS Learning Pack
All the course materials you’ll need are included in your ICATS Learning Package: workbooks, textbooks, and monographs.

Focus on Industry
From evaluation to marketing, this module is invaluable for professionals across the industry. Helping you to improve effective communication about flavours and fragrances, and understand the journey that the aroma trades have made in the last 2,500 years.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand how human biology allows us to perceive smell and taste, to recognise the needs of clients and end users of flavoured and scented products
Familiarising yourself in how industry professionals categorise and describe the various odour families, to enable you to talk confidently using the same industry language
Appreciating the rich heritage of the aroma trades, to follow the journey of multiple strands of the industry, from the beginning to the present day