Food Science and Technology
DEGREE :
Bachelor of Science (Food Science and Technology)
B.Sc. (Food Science and Technology)
THE FIELD
Food Science and Technology involves the application of a variety of scientific disciplines to food manufacturing. Food Science and Technology students learn the chemistry, microbiology, structure, engineering, safety, and nutrition of food as it is processed, packed, distributed, stored and used.
Food manufacturing is the mass production of food products from raw animal and plant materials utilizing principles of food technology. It is one of the largest industries in Thailand and involves selection, preservation, processing, packaging, distribution, and use of safe, nutritious, and wholesome food. Modern consumers generally take for granted the vast array of foods available in the modern diet and do not know about the extensive research and development that has resulted in the means to deliver tasty, nutritious, safe, and convenient foods.
A Food Scientist studies the physical, microbiological, and chemical makeup of food and compiles information about foods and their components. Depending on their area of specialization, Food Scientists may develop ways to process, preserve, package, or store food, according to industry and government specifications and regulations, either domestically or internationally.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
In Thailand, the food manufacturing industry caters to both local market and export-oriented opportunity. Our international clients include neighbouring ASEAN countries as well as larger export markets of Europe, North America, and Japan.
Thus there is often a need for highly trained technical personnel who are able to communicate well in English because in these countries most people concerned with food imports use English as a second language. In the Food Science and Technology Program at MUIC, students receive rigorous theoretical and practical training in the basic sciences and also in applied food technology courses as they do in most food technology programs. The difference at MUIC is that all lectures, written materials, special lectures, and trips are completely in English. Internationally oriented graduate studies programs either in Thailand or abroad typically require a strong command of English as demonstrated in standard English exams such as TOEFL or the IELTS exams. This gives the MUIC Food Science and Technology graduates a large competitive advantage upon completion of the degree. Because of their broad scientific and technical background, graduates are well prepared to work in the food manufacturing industry or to continue their studies toward a master’sor doctorate degree in either Food Science or other related subjects.
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
Courses |
Credits |
General Education Courses |
59 |
Total |
187 |