Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Food science applies scientific principles to the manufacture, distribution, marketing, and consumer aspects of food. It draws on disciplines such as chemistry, microbiology, physics, engineering, and nutrition to improve food safety, quality, sustainability, and innovation. Food scientists are engaged in every stage of the food chain, from raw material production to final product development and consumer use.
Faculty: College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences | Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States
Required components: Food Science Depth Selectives, Academic Breadth Electives, Current Events, Foundational Courses, Foundational Selectives, Plan A, Plan B. Thesis-based sub-plan (Plan A) students must complete 20 course credits and 10 thesis credits, present a departmental seminar, pass a final oral examination, and submit a master's thesis to successfully complete the program.
Graduates are equipped with theoretical knowledge and applied skills that support leadership in industry, academia, and government, while also contributing to innovation and problem-solving in global food systems.
Applicants to the program are required to have completed the following undergraduate-level classes with a final grade of C- or higher before the first day of their intake semester: General Chemistry (with lab) Organic Chemistry (with lab) Physics (with lab) Biology (with lab) Calculus If preparation appears inadequate, certain additional courses may be required after admission. Applicants to the program are required to hold a bachelor's degree or its international equivalent in any field. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. Applicants who advance to the second round of application review must secure a faculty advisor prior to formal admission. Only applicants who have secured an advising agreement may be recommended to the University of Minnesota Graduate School for formal admission to the Food Science MS Program. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.
Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
Engineering
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States
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