Food Science Graduate Programs

Contact Information

College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

• 256 William Stringer Wing
• 573-882-4113
• Food Science Web Site
• Division of Food Systems and Bioengineering Web Site

• Faculty list (with research interests)
• Courses offered
• Application Requirements & Program Details:
  • Master’s
  • Doctoral

Careers

Candidates are prepared for careers in research or advanced professional careers in the food industry, teaching positions in community and junior colleges, 4-year colleges and in supporting roles in academics or industry.

Graduates also may play leadership roles in extension or other adult education programs, food production and quality assurance, or government agencies. Selected careers include research and development for private industry or the federal government, food plant supervision, technical operation, product development, nutrition, distribution, food service and food regulatory work.

Facilities and Resources

Departmental cooperation with the food industry is excellent. Special facilities for food science study and research include chemical and microbiological laboratories and pilot plants to study food processing.

Funding

Assistantships are available to qualified students from funds provided by the Agricultural Experiment Station, research contracts and grants. Fellowships supported by industry and professional societies, based on national competition, also are available.