BS Food Science and Technology Complete Guide 2024

TBS food science and technology degree program comprises principles and concepts in the chemical, biological, physical and engineering sciences and applies these principles to the scientific and technological aspects of food processing, food safety, food analysis, food preservation and product development.

Food Science VS Food Technology

Bachelors of food science are the science of food. Food scientists focus on the chemical makeup of food and physical microbiology. Food technology is a subfield of food science to the selection, packaging, distribution, preservation, processing and use of safe food.

Specializations of BS education degree program

Majors Or Specializations Of BS Food Science and Technology

There are following majors of BS food science and technology:

Food Chemistry and Analysis
Food Product Development
Food Safety and Quality Management
Food Marketing and Management

Specializations in BS food science and technology

Food Processing and Preservation
Food Chemistry and Analysis
Food Product Development
Food Safety and Quality Management
Food Marketing and Management
Sensory Evaluation of Food
Entrepreneurship
Product Design and Ingredient Functionality
Sustainable Food Process Engineering
Food Fermentation and Biotechnology

Duration And Credit Hours Of BS Food Science And Technology

Semester wise credit hours distribution of BS food science and technology degree program.

Courses	Credit hours
1st semester	17
2nd semester	17
3rd semester	16
4th semester	18
5th semester	18
6th semester	18
7th semester	15
8th semester	15
Total	136

Course wise credit hours distribution

Foundation Courses	24
Interdepartmental Courses	33
Core Courses	20
Elective Courses	10
General Courses	42
Research Project	6
Total	135

Scope And Career Of BS Food Science And Technology

The scope of food science and technology is very wide Pakistan. Food science and technology focuses on food, selection, preservation and production. It is the diversity of practical and scientific disciplines such as biology, processing, chemistry, engineering, packaging and the worldwide distribution.

Develop new food products with upgraded taste, texture and nutritional value. It ensures the safety and quality of food products through packaging, effective processing and storage. Analyze and mitigate food borne hazards such as pathogens and chemical contamination.

There are various job opportunities of food science and technology degree program:

Quality Manager
Nutritional Therapist
Food Technologist
Regulatory Affairs Officer
Technical Brewer
Chefs
Research Scientist
Nutritional Therapist
Nutritionist
Production Manager
Quality Manager
Production Manager
Product Manager
Senior Manager
General Manager
Food Technologist
Health and Safety Inspector
Product/Process Development Scientist
Nutritional Therapist
Regulatory Affairs Officer
Technical Brewer
Research Scientist
Biochemist
Home Economist

There are various industries and organizations for BS food science and technology degree program:

Agricultural provincial and federal government organizations
Research organizations
Multinational and local Food industry
Food authorities
Colleges and universities
Small business development agencies
Dairy development firms
Hotel industry
Food ingredient suppliers
Consultancy firms
Public and private sector food testing industries
Food regulatory and certification firms

Salaries of food technologists in Pakistan

The salary may increase depending on the job type and experience. But it can go up to 65,000 to 130,000 per month. An early salary of food science and technology with 1 to 4 years of experience earns an average total of 150,000 per month. The average pay for a food and drug Inspector is 80k a year in Pakistan. The average salary range for a food and drug Inspector is between 70k to 90k.

Skills And Learning Outcomes Of BS Food Science and Technology

A genuine interest in science and how it is applied to food and cookery
High standards of cleanliness and the ability to cohere to strict hygiene rules.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Leadership
Team working skills
Elastic approach to working.

Learning Outcomes Of Food Science And Technology

Identify the behavior towards food processing, food safety and preservation techniques. Understand the construction of food and its analysis.
Will able to understand attainable food spoilage agents and control.
They will be able to learn and innovate the methods of food preparation, processing, storage also to preserve the nutritive values of food products.
They will also be able to develop new procedures for processing and preservation of food items.
They will be responsible for all aspects of production of the finished food product.
Identify current consumer trends and advanced techniques to develop new product schemes.
Identify the critical possessions of a food product and recommend appropriate packaging and filling techniques.

Related Courses Of BS Food Science And Technology

There are following related courses of BS food science and technology:

BS Food Nutrition
BSc in Agricultural Technology
BSc in Food Science and Nutrition
Bachelor in Engineering, Agri-food Engineering
Bachelor International Food and Agribusiness.
BSc (Bachelor of Science) in Agriculture
BS Agronomy
BS Food Science
BS Plant Science Or Dairy Science
BTech (Bachelor of Technology) in Agriculture Engineering
BTech Dairy Technology
BTech Biotechnology

Syllabus And Course Of BS Food Science and Technology

1st semester

Basic Agriculture	3
Introduction to Computer	3
English - I (Functional English)	3
Introduction to Food Science and Technology	3
Islamic Studies	2
Introduction to Biochemistry	3

2nd semester

Development Psychology	3
Personality Theories	3
Psychological Testing	3
Experiments in Psychology (Practicum - I)	1
Experiments in Psychology (Practicum - II)	1
Health psychology	3
Applied Areas of Psychology	3

3rd semester

Psychopathology Adult	3
Neurological Basis of Behavior	4
Psychological Assessment - I	4
Research Methods - I	5

4th semester

Food Safety and Quality Managementy	3
Food Microbiology	3
Instrumental Techniques in Food Analysis	3
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals	3
Social Entrepreneurship	3
Unit Operation in Food Processing	3

5th semester

Beverage Technology	3
Technology of Fats and Oils	3
Extrusion Technology	3
Food Toxins and Allergens	3
Cereal Technology	3
Sugar Technology	3

6th semester

Food Laws and Regulations	3
Food Plant Layout and Sanitation	3
Post Harvest Technology	3
Food Process Engineering	3
Food Entrepreneurship	3
Research Methodology	3

7th semester

Fish, Poultry and Egg Processing	3
Meat Science and Technology	3
Food Packaging	3
Confectionery and Snack Foods	3
Dairy Science and Technology	3

8th semester

Bakery Products Technology	3
Food Product Development	3
Research Project	6
Sensory Evaluation of Foods	3

Further Courses After BS Food Science And Technology

There are following further masters courses after completing the BS food science and technology degree program:

Masters in Food Nutrition
Masters in Food Science and Technology
Masters in Microbial and Food Technology
M.Tech in Food Technology
M.E in Food Technology
M.E in Processing and Food Engineering
MTech in Food Engineering and Technology
MSc Food Nutrition
Masters in Food Nutrition and Dietetics

Fee Structure Of BS Food Science And Technology

Fee structure of some public and private universities for BS food science and technology

Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan	77,000 per semester
Gomal University	48,000 per semester
Government College University	52,000 per semester
Government College Women University	39,000 per semester
University of Agriculture	52,000 per semester
University of Karachi	28,600 per semester
University Of Veterinary And Animal Sciences	48,500 per semester
Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan	41,000 per semester