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Course: Food Science
Yum. That leftover pepperoni pizza sure looks good -- but it’s been in the refrigerator for a week. Is it safe to eat?
As a food science major, you’ll study questions like this as well as the basics of food harvesting, transporting, preparation, and more. By getting a solid grounding in science and learning to apply it to real-world issues, food science majors can prepare for jobs that help to keep our food supply wholesome.
Food science majors combine studies in biology, chemistry, and other sciences to learn what it takes to bring affordable, safe food to supermarket shelves.
Did You Know?
You’ll probably need a graduate degree to land a job as a research scientist or food technologist.
Are You Ready To...?
- Complete an internship
- Study food processing
- Identify bacteria in foods
- Become a food safety expert
- Use food science instruments
- Spend lots of time in the lab
It Helps To Be...
Strong in science and math and fascinated by food. A desire to solve real-world problems is also an important part of this work.
College Checklist
- Does the program stress a certain aspect of food science, such as food chemistry, food engineering, or food processing?
- Will you have the chance to do independent research?
- Will the program help you find an internship?
- Check out the labs. Are they equipped with the latest software and equipment?
- Will the program help you find work after graduation?
Course Spotlight
If you’re confused by food labels, you’re certainly not alone. But as a food science major, you’ll take food chemistry and learn how manufacturers come up with figures like “2 grams fat” and “5 grams carbohydrate.” You’ll finish the semester with a thorough understanding of food composition (makeup), from carbohydrates and fats to protein, water, enzymes, and more. This is usually a lecture-lab class, so get ready to balance long hours in the lab with lots of challenging reading.