Overview

The Fermentation Science major is concerned with the application of the fundamental principles of the physical, biological, and behavioral sciences and processing to understand the complex and heterogeneous materials recognized as the raw precursors or/and final food products and beverages of fermentation.

In addition to general education courses, students will take core required courses on fermentation science and participate in industrial internships for practical experiences and experiential learning with fermentation industries and possible placement in those companies.

Career

The Nutrition and Food Science - Fermentation Science program at University of Maryland will prepare students for workforce demand of the broadly defined fermentation industries that include beverages (beer, wine, distilled spirits and kombucha), vegetable foods (kimchi, tempeh and miso), dairy foods (cheese and yogurt) and biotechnology industries (biofuels and pharmaceuticals).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Analytic Reasoning

Cultural Competence

Sensory Analysis Lab.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Completed online application

Two letters of recommendation

Official copy of your high school transcripts

Official copy of your college transcripts (if necessary)

Official standardized test scores (optional)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39464 USD / year

≈ 39464 USD / year
Out-of-State

39464 USD / year

≈ 39464 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10088 USD / year

≈ 10088 USD / year

Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

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Credits

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Tuition Fees

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