This programme applies the pure science subjects, such as chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, biology and microbiology to the study of the nature, properties and composition of foods. It also covers the changes which they undergo during storage and processing including transformation into safe and quality food products for consumers. Graduates will be given exposures to areas in functional foods leading to healthy and vibrant lifestyle. In addition, this programme prepares graduates with advanced laboratory skills and current techniques in food science including those related to safety practices and standards, leading to the professionalism in the area of food science.
Graduates of this programme, therefore, will have developed a range of skills which will enable them to occupy production and managerial positions in food and food-related industries, consulting laboratories, government organisations and regulatory bodies. This programme also aims to prepare technically competent graduates to venture into entrepreneurship and new product developments in food industry.
Programme Outline:
- Introduction to Food Science
- Food Chemistry
- Food Analysis
- Food Physics
- Microbiology
- Food Microbiology
- Unit Operations in Food Processing
- Food Processing Technology
- Food Biotechnology
- Sensory Evaluation
- Food Quality Assurance and Food Safety
- Food Product Development
- Food Preservation
- Food Fermentation
- Human Nutrition
- Nutritional Assessment
- Fundamentals of Biology and Biochemistry
- Metabolic Biochemistry
- Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
- Physical + Analytical Chemistry
- Organic + Inorganic Chemistry
- Instrumental Methods of Food Analysis
- Calculus and Algebra
- Statistical Methods for Scientific Analysis
- Project
- Industrial Training
Career Prospects:
- Food Technologists
- Food Chemists
- Quality Control/Assurance Executives
- Food Product Development Specialists
- Food Product Specialists
- Nutrition Executives
- Food Microbiologists
- Food Researchers
- Food Services Executives
- Industrial/Retail Buyers
- Marketing & Sales Executives
