DEPARTMENT OF FOOD SCIENCES

FACULTY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Department of Food Sciences

Master of Science (Coursework)

Degrees offered:

Master of Science (Food Science)

Master of Science (Nutrition)

 

Master of Science (Food Science)

Introduction

The Food Science Program offers the Master of Science degree by thesis and coursework. These fields of study are closely related to food production from the point of harvest or slaughter until it is marketed and reaches the consumer in conditions that satisfy the consumer’s requirements in terms of food safety and taste.
The Master of Science program complements the Doctor of Philosophy program that comprises only research work. Graduates from this program will gain sound knowledge in the fields of Food Science and Nutrition. It is hoped that these graduates will apply the knowledge gained in the areas of research and production of nutritious foods, food safety and quality, food regulations as well as food and nutrition education programs.

Program Structure

All candidates of this programme have to register and pass 40 credit hours, of which 29 credit hours are from core courses and 11 credit hours from elective courses. Students may take any of the elective courses to fulfil the requirement.

 

Courses Offered:

STPD6014 Research Methodology
STKM6023 Protein Product Technology
STKM6033 Science of Fats and Oils
STKM6043 Sugar and Chocolate Confection Technology
STKM6063 Food Additives
STKM6113 Advanced Food Microbiology
STKM6122 Experimental Technique in Food Science
STKM6123 Advanced Food Chemistry
STKM6243 Food Safety Management
STKM6313 Food Quality
STKM6322 Current Techniques in Food Microbiology
STKM6323 Food Processing Operations
STKM6712 Food and Nutrition Toxicology
STKM6722 Food Packaging
STKM6973 Research Project I
STKM6986 Research Project II

 

 

Master of Science (Nutrition)

Introduction

The Nutrition program offers a Master of Science degree by thesis and coursework. The candidates in this field of specialization will be trained on the importance of nutrition in health and the complexity of nutritional problems. Nutrition is also closely linked to food production and safety.
The Master of Science (Nutrition) Program complements the Doctor of Philosophy program that comprises only research work. Graduates from this program will possess sound knowledge in the field of Nutrition. It is hoped that these graduates will apply the gained knowledge in areas of research and production of nutritious foods, food safety and quality, food regulations as well as food and nutrition education programs.

Program Structure

All candidates for this program have to register and pass 40 credit hours, of which 29 credit hours are from core courses and 11 credit hours from elective courses. Students may take any of the elective courses to fulfil the requirement.

Courses Offered:

STPD6014 Research Methodology
STKM6033 Science of Fats and Oils
STKM6063 Food Additives
STKM6122 Experimental Techniques in Food Science
STKM6213 Applied Nutrition
STKM6222 Nutrient and Drug Interactions
STKM6223 Research Techniques in Nutrition
STKM6243 Food Safety Management
STKM6313 Food Quality
STKM6333 Diet Therapy
STKM6413 Nutrition and Aging
STKM6712 Food and Nutritional Toxicology
STKM6923 Developmental Nutrition
STKM6973 Research Project I
STKM6986 Research Project II

 

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