Department of
Food Science and Technology

5 Degree Programs

Food Science and Technology encompasses a unique blend of science, art, technology, design and business. The Texas A&M Department of Food Science and Technology offers three undergraduate and three graduate degrees that prepare students for a myriad of diverse professional opportunities.

Degree Programs

20 Research Faculty

Our research strengths include specialized expertise in food science technologies, encompassing food chemistry, engineering, microbiology and processing, with an unique access to a wide array of laboratories and pilot facilities.

Research

100% Employment Rate

The Department of Food Science and Technology takes immense pride in its outstanding track record of a 100% graduate employment rate. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the department’s unwavering commitment to equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic and competitive field of food science.

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Why Food Science?

Food Science and Technology is an exciting field that prepares students to develop new food products, design innovative processing technologies, improve food quality and nutritive value, and enhance food safety and health promoting properties.

Our graduates have a competitive edge for positions in food industry, regulatory agencies and graduate school opportunities. They are employed by leading food and beverage companies such as Pepsi Co., General Mills Inc., Kellogg’s, HEB and more.

Sliced cucumbers being handled by gloved hands.

Why Food Science?

Food Science and Technology is an exciting field that prepares students to develop new food products, design innovative processing technologies, improve food quality and nutritive value, enhance food safety and health promoting properties. Our graduates have a competitive edge for positions in food industry, regulatory agencies and graduate school opportunities. They are employed by leading food and beverage companies such as Pepsi Co., General Mills Inc., Kellogg’s, HEB and more.

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Graduate Spotlight

Fariha Irshad

Irshad, who earned her doctoral degree in food science and technology this spring, said her decision to dive deeper into this field was solidified by the program’s top-notch reputation, which was further reinforced by its commitment to cutting-edge research and a faculty consisting of internationally recognized experts.

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Laura Lozano, A&M Food Science and Technology Alumni

Alumni Spotlight

Laura Lozano

Former student Laura Lozano ’81, who earned a food science and technology degree with a nutrition specialty has had a long and varied career. She has traveled globally, worked for Fortune 100 companies and startups, and served as a consultant, influencing food choices and innovation on a large scale.

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Seockmo Ku, Ph.D

Faculty Spotlight

Seockmo Ku, Ph.D.

Scientist and registered dietician Seockmo Ku, Ph.D. is an expert in fermentation and brewing science, as well as someone knowledgeable about the microbiome and probiotics. Born in South Korea and raised in a culture rich in the tradition of fermented foods, Dr. Ku views himself as a conduit between food science and nutrition.

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