The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor of Food Technology aims to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of food sciences and technology. The program is usually organized as a four-year undergraduate education, during which time students are equipped with both theoretical and practical knowledge.
In the first years of the program, students are taught basic sciences and engineering principles. These courses usually cover areas such as mathematics, physics, general chemistry, organic chemistry and biology. These core courses provide students with the background knowledge needed to understand more advanced topics in the food sciences.
In advanced years, students dive into food technology and engineering in more detail. Courses taken during this period usually include food chemistry, food microbiology, food processing technologies, food engineering, food safety and quality control. Food chemistry focuses on the composition and changes of foodstuffs, while food microbiology studies the microorganisms that can be found in food and their impact on food safety. Food processing technologies cover the production processes of various food products and their impact on food quality.
The program also covers topics such as food packaging, food storage and preservation methods, nutritional values and food legislation. These courses are essential to understand the processes involved in the transportation of food products to the consumer and their importance for food safety.
Laboratory work and project-based learning are also included in the curriculum for students to gain hands-on experience. Laboratory courses allow hands-on learning of food analysis and processing techniques. Some programs offer research projects or collaborative projects with industry that allow students to work on real-world problems.
In the final years of the program, students are also offered the opportunity to do internships and interact with the industry. This is an important opportunity for students to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and gain real work experience in the sector.
Food Technology Undergraduate Program aims to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for a career in the food industry. Graduates of this program are equipped to work in areas such as food quality and safety, production management, research and development.