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BSc Food Science and Biotechnology at University of Hohenheim

University of Hohenheim, Germany

Programme overview

If you're interested in the natural sciences and technology and enjoy conducting experiments with and on food, the research-oriented Food Science and Biotechnology programme is the perfect fit for you. In the Bachelor's degree programme in Food Science and Biotechnology, you will study traditional and innovative foods, specialty foods, and biotechnology products. You will receive a thorough education in the natural sciences and technology, learn about the macro- and micronutrients in food, and explore the chemical, physical, and microbiological processes involved in processing raw materials in a sustainable way.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In the 1st - 3rd semester you will learn basic science skills in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. These basics are essential in order to be able to understand the subject-specific content later on. Here, you will work on practical topics in the laboratory right from the start.

Career pathways

The degree programme qualifies students for a wide range of careers. There are different entry options depending on your personal focus.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission type: Unlimited number of places Start of studies: Winter semester Application deadline: 15 July Application to a higher subject-related semester is possible for the winter semester (application deadline: 15 July) and summer semester (application deadline: 15 January). Admission requirements: University entrance qualification (HZB) Proof of your participation in an orientation test: Orientation test www.was-studiere-ich.de Selection criteria: Final secondary school grade (Abitur, A-levels, high school diploma etc.): grade in food science and biotechnology, chemistry, and physics; vocational training or internships; other qualifications Form of study: Full-time

Intake: Winter semester

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/hohcampus

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