Food Science and Technology Mahidol University

Overview

Students at the The Food Science and Technology Technology program from Mahidol University gain knowledge on physical, microbiological, and chemical properties and compositions of food, from raw materials all the way to finished products. Interrelated fields such as nutritional science, sensory science, processing and engineering enable students to develop and manufacture safe and nutritious food products to meet consumer demand. 

Key features

The students will be stimulated to develop research specialization with strong critical thinking and innovation.

Students can choose between two options in the third year, a research option and a work integrated education option that allow students to hone their skills through research or through experiences in industrial settings. In the final year, the students can select between two modules; food innovation and design module or culinary science module or they can explore more knowledge in many different areas of their choices.

Careers

• Quality control or quality assurance positions in food manufacturing and related markets

• Research chef, culinary scientist

• Positions in Food Product Research and Development departments

• Opportunities in trading and services departments in private and governmental sectors

• Careers in food manufacturing and related markets

• Food business startup