Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University Gadag
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 2016
- State University
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Food Science and Technology
M.Sc Food Science and Technology
Course
As a branch of Applied Sciences, Food Science or Food Technology is primarily about fundamentals of Biochemistry and Chemical Engineering, an advanced exploration of the physical and biological nature of food items, manufacturing, treatment, preservation, processing, and distribution of food. principles of food processing, improvement of food quality for the general public and making the best use of food resources and minimizing waste of resources.
The discipline essentially consists of concepts such as Food production and habits affected by urbanization and lifestyle changes worldwide, Allied Applied Sciences, Interdisciplinary approach comprising elements of Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Translational Science, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical and Microbiology, Chemical, Nutrition, and Process Engineering, Composition and intricacies of food components like proteins, fats, minerals, carbohydrate, vitamins, and water.
Duration : 2 Years
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Food Science, or another such relevant discipline, completed from a recognized university
- A minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates) at the level of graduation.
Career Opportunities
- Food Technologist
- Research Scientist
- Quality Technician
- Beverage Technologist
- Production Manager
