B.Tech Food Technology Course Highlights

About B.Tech in Food Science

Bachelor of Technology in Food Science is an undergraduate degree course which is meant for students who want to make a career in Food Industry or are interested in starting their own venture.

The course curriculum is divided into eight semesters. The duration is four years i.e., two semesters per year. The curriculum covers all major topics pertaining to Food Science such as Food Microbiology, Vegetables and Fruits Processing, Baking Technology, and more. After finishing this course, students can confidently work as Food Technologist, researchers, and dieticians in various private and government organizations, with salaries ranging between INR 20000 to 40000 per month. The fee structure for the B.Tech Food Science course is approximately around INR 2 lakhs.

Purpose of B.Tech in Food Science

There is no denying the fact that Food Industry is growing at a very fast pace, thus providing great career opportunities to students who want to make a career in the same. The basic purpose of this course is to provide in-depth knowledge to students about scientific concepts of Food Science and then help them put their knowledge into it as well upon completing the course. The major subjects covered in this course are chemistry, biochemistry, and microbiology among others. These subjects provide a thorough understanding to students about converting raw agricultural materials into processed foods.

B.Tech in Food Science Eligibility

Students must possess at least 50% marks in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in their Higher Secondary Examination from a reputed Board or University

B.Tech in Food Technology Syllabus

How to apply for B.Tech in Food Science

Students need to clear the JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) in order to get admission in B.Tech Food Science. The application forms for the same are released in the month of November and exams are conducted in the month of April. More details pertaining to this course are also available online.

B.Tech in Food Science Scope (Job Types)

1) Private Sector Career options after B.Tech in Food Science

• Associate Quality/audit Analyst
• Manager-Operation Food Industries
• Scientist E Food Science Technology Food Nutrition
• Scientists / Sr. Scientists - Food Testing
• Product development
• Product Owner
• Asst. Manager R & D in a Food Industry

2) Private Sector Employment areas after B.Tech in Food Science

• Retail
• Catering and Bar work
• Food Packaging Companies
• Food Manufacturing
• Beverage Companies
• Food Quality Control Organizations
• Food Processing Companies

3) Public Sector Employment areas after B.Tech in Food Science

• Department of Food and Public Distribution

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