M.Sc. Food Science and Technology

M.Sc Food Science and Technology

The Master of Science in Food Science and Technology is a postgraduate degree program that lasts for two years and aims to teach students the principles of food production, packaging, and hygiene. Topics covered under the post are:

  • Food Chemistry
  • Food Microbiology
  • Dairy Technology
  • Poultry Technology

An applicant must have completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, and Technology or another comparable field from an institution of higher education or board recognized to be eligible for the Master of Science degree in Food Science and Technology.

Scope in M.Sc. Food Science

In today's rapidly developing globe, positions requiring a Master of Science in Food Technology are in high demand and offer a substantial employment scope. These jobs can be found in India. Any student who has completed the Master of Science in Food Technology programme prerequisite can apply for a spot in the Master of Science in Food Technology programme placements (if it exists in their institution).

Aside from that, various work opportunities are available in the economy's private and public sectors.

Career Options in M.Sc. Food Science

The Master of Science in Food Technology program is designed to help students land employment that best fits their learnings. Some of the most desirable positions for recent graduates with a Master of Science in Food Technology are as follows:

  • Production Managers
  • Food Packaging Manager
  • Dietician
  • Food Technologist
  • Food Development Manager
  • Food Safety Auditors
  • Dietician
  • Food Technologist
  • Technical Brewer
  • Laboratory Supervisor

Recruitment Fields for the Master of Science in Food Technology Graduate

Graduates with a Master of Science degree have the opportunity to pursue careers in a variety of fields, including the following:

  • Production Managers
  • Food Development Manager
  • Food Packaging Manager
  • Food Safety Auditors
  • Dietician
  • Technical Brewer
  • Purchasing Manager

Programme offered at

  • GITAM School of Science, Visakhapatnam campus
  • GITAM School of Science, Hyderabad campus
  • GITAM School of Science, Bengaluru campus

Duration of the Programme

  • 2 Years

Check Eligibility

  • A pass in the qualifying exam with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the concerned discipline from any recognized university and also the candidate has to appear for GAT (PG Science) 2022.
  • B.Sc. in Biological Science/Chemistry/B.Sc. Food Science/Home Science/B.Pharm./MLT/B.Sc.(Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)/B.A. Home Science/ B.Sc. Agriculture

 

Apply Now

Curriculum and Syllabus