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    Food science degrees abroad

    Food science is a wide-ranging subject that covers areas of science like human anatomy, microbiology, clinical nutrition and biotechnology. It applies these complex subjects to the production and processing of food, focusing on making sure what we eat is safe and of the highest possible quality.

    The quality of our food is in the spotlight more than ever, and as a result, there’s a high demand for knowledgable food scientists. A food science degree will give you the skills and knowledge to help make sure that food production is high quality, safe and nutritious.

    Many countries around the world offer food science programs, including the UK, US, South Africa, Canada and Australia. Industry and regulatory standards can differ depending on the country, and many programs will be accredited by the regulator of their country. This means you’ll be best placed to work in the country you study in after graduation.

    Food science program structure

    Food science is available to study as a BSc over three or four years. It is often combined with another subject like nutrition or technology, which can give you a more focussed education.

    If you study in the US, a bachelor’s will take four years and you will study food science as your major alongside general studies and other minor subjects.

    Some universities in the UK offer an integrated master’s program (MSci) which is available to undergraduates. The course lasts four years, and you will earn a master’s qualification at the end. You can also study an independent master’s program as an MSc over one or two years. PhD food science programs are also available, and can take four or five years to complete.

    Food science programs are usually taught through lectures and seminars, but you’ll also get the chance to learn practical skills in workshops and placements. Your progress will be assessed through exams, written assignments, presentations and group work but the method will differ depending on the module.

    The program content you’ll study will depend on what university you attend, but here are some of the core topics most food science degrees include:

    • Chemistry of food
    • Physiology for nutrition
    • Public health
    • Food microbiology
    • Food analytical techniques
    • Plant science
    • Food processing operations
    • Food economics
    Food science program structure

    Food science is available to study as a BSc over three or four years. It is often combined with another subject like nutrition or technology, which can give you a more focussed education.

    If you study in the US, a bachelor’s will take four years and you will study food science as your major alongside general studies and other minor subjects.

    Some universities in the UK offer an integrated master’s program (MSci) which is available to undergraduates. The course lasts four years, and you will earn a master’s qualification at the end. You can also study an independent master’s program as an MSc over one or two years. PhD food science programs are also available, and can take four or five years to complete.

    Food science programs are usually taught through lectures and seminars, but you’ll also get the chance to learn practical skills in workshops and placements. Your progress will be assessed through exams, written assignments, presentations and group work but the method will differ depending on the module.

    The program content you’ll study will depend on what university you attend, but here are some of the core topics most food science degrees include:

    • Chemistry of food
    • Physiology for nutrition
    • Public health
    • Food microbiology
    • Food analytical techniques
    • Plant science
    • Food processing operations
    • Food economics

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    Food science study abroad programs

    Food science undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in food science

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      Agricultural Science, Food Science - BSc Florida A&M University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,940 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,940 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Animal Science: Meat Science - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD

      Start date
      August, June, January
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      Food Science - BSc Auburn University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      32,220 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 32,220 USD

      Start date
      August, May, January
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      Animal, Dairy & Poultry Sciences - Dairy Foods Technology - BSc Louisiana State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      28,700 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 28,700 USD

      Start date
      August, May, January
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      Baking Science and Technology: New Product Development - BSC - Top Up (Hons) London South Bank University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,063 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,780 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Diploma in food science

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      Food Science Technology - OCADip Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,218 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
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    Certificate in food science

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      Baking Skills - Cert Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,218 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD

      Start date
      September, July
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      Food Science & Management - Cert (with foundation) Technological University Dublin, Ireland

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,563 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,650 EUR

      Start date
      September, January
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    Food science graduate programs

    Master's in food science

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      Agricultural Science, Food Science, Thesis Option - MSc Florida A&M University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      25,868 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 25,868 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Chemical and Biotechnical Technology and Food Technology - MSc Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Hungary

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      16,056 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,400 EUR

      Start date
      August
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      Food Science - MPhil University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      30,027 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 38,825 AUD

      Start date
      September, July, February
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      Food Science - MSc London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      18,329 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,250 GBP

      Start date
      January
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      Food Science & Human Nutrition - MSc University of Wyoming, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,500 USD

      Start date
      September, May
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    Doctorate in food science

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      Food Science - PhD RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      25,986 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 33,600 AUD

      Start date
      July, February
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    Future food science careers

    As a graduate with a food science degree, you will be well placed for a range of careers in the food and nutrition industries. Some popular roles for food science graduates include:

    • Food quality manager
    • Food technologist
    • Nutritional therapist
    • Food market researcher
    • Food production manager
    • Journalist
    • Teacher

    A great way to work out what career might be right for you is to take advantage of any internship opportunities your university offers. This will allow you to experience the workplace and will improve your CV for when you’re looking for positions after university.