Food Science (MFS)

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Graduate Field

Food Science and Technology

Program Description

The Master of Food Science (MFS) is a one-year, STEM-designated, course-based master's degree program ideal for career-focused students aiming to enhance their skills. This professional master's degree is ideal for people already established in their careers.

A hallmark of the MFS program is the balanced portfolio of technical knowledge, analytical skills, and professional development built into the curriculum, designed to equip students with the skill set and knowledge necessary for careers in industry, government, or non-profit agencies.

The Field of Food Science and Technology offers eight focus areas for MFS degree candidates. Each focus area cultivates the skillset and develops the theoretical problem-solving capacity required for careers in these fields within food science:

  • Dairy processing
  • Enology
  • Food chemistry
  • Food engineering
  • Food microbiology/food safety
  • Food science
  • Sensory evaluation
  • Food toxicology