Food Technology Van Hall Larenstein, University of Applied Sciences

Overview

Key facts

• Food is essential and ubiquitous, from supermarkets to online stores. In the Food Technology programme, you will learn how foods are produced, enhanced, and preserved. This programme empowers you to innovate the food of the future, making it healthier, more sustainable, and tastier.
• Why Choose Food Technology?
• In this programme from Van Hall University of Applied Sciences, you will tackle critical issues such as how to sustainably feed the global population. Your studies will be engaging and hands-on, yielding immediate, tangible results. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, from chemistry and biology to dietetics and marketing.
• Practical Learning
• You will acquire knowledge through a combination of theoretical classes, laboratory work, and real-life projects. Internships, guest speakers, and visits to companies ranging from small local businesses to large multinationals will enhance your professional skills and network.
• Hands-On Experience
• The programme covers all aspects of food production, from understanding flavour molecules to preventing spoilage, as well as food labelling and pricing. You will participate in practical classes, guest lectures, and internships, tackling real-world challenges such as creating new food products, improving sustainability, and launching startups.
• Innovation in Every Bite
• The Netherlands is a key player in the food industry. As a food technologist, you will create the foods of tomorrow, presenting many exciting opportunities.
• What Can You Become?
• Upon graduation, you can pursue a global or local career in various roles within the food industry, ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations.

• Product Developer:Develop and improve food products, such as a new sugar-free energy drink, and see your creations on supermarket shelves.

• Process Technologist:Gain expertise in every step of food production, designing and optimizing production lines to enhance efficiency and quality.

• Quality Specialist:Ensure products meet the highest standards, managing risks and compliance to prevent and address issues promptly.

• Product Expert/Technical Sales Specialist:Become the go-to person for your product, either travelling globally to showcase innovations or collaborating with research teams on ingredient functionalities.

Accreditation

All study programmes at VHL are accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO). This is the official organisation responsible for evaluating the quality of higher education institutions in the Netherlands.