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Food Science Option

The Food Science option provides a strong knowledge base and fundamental understanding of chemistry, biology, engineering, physics, statistics, genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, and nutrition that is applied toward the preservation, processing, packaging and distribution of foods that are wholesome, affordable and safe. 

View Program Requirements in the Course Catalog

Program Details

  • Degree: B.S. Food Science and Technology, Food Science Option
  • Credit Hours: 120 total credit hours

Career Options

The goal of the curriculum is to prepare Food Scientists for career opportunities in food and allied industries, or further studies in graduate or professional schools. See an academic advisor for specific course listings.

Contact Us

For more information about the production/industry option, please contact the Kleberg Advising Hub at 979-845-7616.

  • Flint, Dr. Casey

    Dr. Casey Flint

    Graduate Academic Advisor III

    Schedule an advising meeting with Dr. Casey Flint

    979-845-7616

    [email protected]

    KLCT 114

  • Francis, LeNan

    LeNan Francis

    Academic Advisor

    Schedule an advising meeting with LeNan Francis

  • Lee, MSed, Sarah

    Sarah Lee, MSed

    Academic Advisor

    Schedule an advising meeting with Sarah Lee, MSed

  • Sutton, Dr. Lerah

    Dr. Lerah Sutton

    Senior Academic Advisor

    Schedule an advising meeting with Dr. Lerah Sutton

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