Food Science

From the farm to the plate, come join a dynamic industry that is in high demand with real-world business need. 

Food scientists develop new and improved foods, evaluate food for its nutritional value and safety, and establish better ways to preserve foods. This area is a multi-disciplinary field involving chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, microbiology and engineering to solve real problems associated with the many facets of the food system. 

At FSU, you will partake in Food Engineering and Processing, Food Analysis, Food Chemistry, and Food Safety and Microbiology courses. You will be prepared for a career in the food industry through one or more industrial internships, hands-on experience in an on-site Food Pilot Plant, and through partnering with a practicing food scientist through the FSU Food Science Mentoring Program.

Students who graduate from our program are employed in all aspects of the food industry, such as research & development, product development, quality assurance, commercialization scientists and in technical sales. You will also be prepared to continue towards receiving your PhD or MSc from other institutions. FSU alumni are currently employed at top companies including Ken’s Foods, Dunkin Brands, Ocean Spray Cranberries, Polar Springs Beverages, and Wellness Pet Foods.