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Start a Career with a Degree in Food Science

Start a Career with a Degree in Food Science

Students who have a passion for all things food-related will find a degree in Food Science particularly appealing. Food Science is a multidisciplinary program that applies science (chemistry, microbiology, etc.) with engineering and nutrition to develop new food products. This degree program also requires students to  study and develop processes to improve food safety, quality, and sustainability.

The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences says its Food Science degree program prepares students for careers in "food quality management, processing, research and development, marketing, and distribution" noting career opportunities with companies "that manufacture retail food products as well as companies supporting food manufacturers by supplying food ingredients, processing equipment, and packaging materials or providing services related to institutional feeding."

Food Science graduates can pursue a wide variety of jobs. Notable career fields include:
  • Health and Nutrition
  • Exercise Science
  • Nutrition Science and Dietetics
  • Public Health
  • Policy Studies
  • Anthropology
Food Science degrees are most commonly offered as Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. Students may also find this degree path listed as Food Studies. These are excellent degrees that complement and expand the opportunities for those who have previously earned a certificate or Associate Degree in Culinary Arts.

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GI Bill-Approved Schools and Yellow Ribbon Schools with a Master's Degree in Food Science

Ready to start your Master’s Degree in Food Science? Check out these great programs available at our partner schools:  

Syracuse University

Offers a Master of Science in Food Studies and an undergraduate degree in Food Studies. Syracuse participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.



Online Master's in Food Science Programs

Kansas State University

Offers a fully online Master’s in Food Science. KState participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.