BSc in
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Food Science and Safety
Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
Key Information
Campus location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 - 4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
HKD 400,620 *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* for the whole programme
Introduction
Programme Aims
The Programme aims to equip graduates with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in food science and safety, including food chemistry, nutritional science, food microbiology, food sensory and evaluation, food engineering and quality control and food safety management. A broad spectrum of these modules are designed to well facilitate students competency to perform effectively in the food, nutrition and catering industries as well as to solve the technical problematic issues related to the field of food science and safety. It will also provide students with generic management skills, work integrated learning either in local or overseas food and related industries for strengthening their employability in the competitive community.
Professional Recognition
This programme has been approved by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department of the Hong Kong Government (FEHD). Successful completion of this course graduates, their qualifications have been covered and exempted from the examination to obtain the registration of the Food Hygiene Manager under the scheme. Graduates can apply for qualified testing professionals to the Testing Professional Certification Scheme of the Hong Kong Association of Testing, Inspection and Certification (HKTIC).
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Career Opportunities
Career Prospects Graduates may pursue in the following careers: Food Scientists / Technologists Hygiene Supervisors Quality Control Officers Food Supply Chain Auditors Government Health Inspectors Food Production Supervisors Global Food Buyers