Food Science and Technology

Overview

Food scientists solve problems involving food quality, safety, technology and abundance. Food technology is the nation’s largest industry, adding over $40 billion in value annually. The United States has the safest, most efficient food production and distribution system in the world as a direct result of thousands of skilled, creative scientists who focus on food.

Possible careers

Food science and technology graduates work in the food industry, in academia and in government positions. The comprehensive curriculum and emphasis on problem solving skills of the  Food Science and Technology program from The Ohio State University produces graduates who are highly sought by the industry. They are employed all over the world by companies of all sizes, and hold such titles as associate scientist, director of research and development, director of food microbiology and safety, food technologist, product development manager, plant manager, president, product development scientist, professor, quality control supervisor, senior vice president for research, senior scientist, and senior food process engineer.

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Food Science, graduates have the option of joining the workforce, pursuing an advanced degree in a food-related area of study, or attending professional school, such as veterinary, medical, dental, pharmacy or optometry school. We place virtually 100 percent of our graduates within six months of graduation.