Food Science

Food science minute studies about the technical aspects related to food, which may include its production and distribution. It is a quite wide term, which comprises of agriculture, fisheries and related services. A food scientist is required to use his/her knowledge of science and skills in order to improve the quality and productivity of food items, which will contribute towards health of mass population.

Key to Success

To be successful in Food Science you should have/ develop:

Knack for scientific thinking
Interest in food nutrition and health
Inquisitiveness
A healthy craving to learn more

Scope and opportunities

Qualified and skilled food scientists in India have abundant opportunities. After completing course in food science, one can opt to work in research foundation, quality control, analytical testing, production and marketing, dairies. There are other options include working in hospitals, bakeries, confectionaries, nut processing industry, frozen food units, and the food processing division in catering units, distilleries and packaging industry. Food scientists can also work in government offices and laboratories to check the quality of food. After doing post graduation or super-specialty program in food science, one can even opt for lectureship.

Lifestyle & Social Status

It’s mostly an indoor activity
Working in labs.
No fix working hours

Job Profile

There are various positions in food manufacturing industries where they can work from basic level to higher level like:

Product developer
Production supervisor
Quality controller

Food Scientists are responsible for the quality of the food. His/her task is to inspect the content of food in order to find the levels of nutritious ingredients in it and to search the traces of any harmful or unwanted additives, like nitrites. Food Scientist is responsible for producing nutritious and tasty food. A food scientist needs to be dedicated, committed and loyal towards his/her job, as it is the most significant economic activity in the world.

Skill Sets

Communication skills
Good analytical skills
Good mix of subject specific and technical skills
Problem-solving skills

Work Value

Teamwork
Hard work
Coordination
Love for food
Dedication
Commitment

Current Job Scenario

Careers related to food science are emerging as one of the best chosen options in India. A beginner may earn between Rs 15000-Rs20000 per month. With passage of time experience and knowledge in the field would definitely fetch higher remuneration.

Top Recruiters

ITC Limited
Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (Amul)
Nestle India Pvt. Ltd
Cadbury India Ltd
Dabur India Ltd

Course Synopsis

Course Options	B.Sc (Food & Nutrition)	B.Tech (Food Technology)	M.Sc (Food & Nutrition)
Academic Eligibility	Passed in 12th Science	Passed in 12th Science	a minimum of 50% in B.Sc-Food Sc. & Nutrition/Nutrition & Dietetics/Home Sc./Applied Sc. /Food Tech / Dietetics & Food Services Mgt./ Food Sc. & Quality Control /Biotechnology
Fees	Rs. 10K to Rs. 15K per annum	Rs. 40K to Rs. 60K per annum	Rs. 40K per annum
Expenditure in Metro and Tier-1	Rs. 2 Lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	Rs. 2 Lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs	Rs. 2 Lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs
Expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 1.25 – Rs. 1.75 Lakhs	Rs. 1.25 – Rs. 1.75 Lakhs	Rs. 1.25 – Rs. 1.75 Lakhs
Duration	3 Years	4 Years	3 Years
Mode	Regular	Regular	Regular
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