Food Science

Understanding the science behind food quality, safety, and nutrition.

Overview

Food Science focuses on food composition, microbiology, chemistry, and quality.

Core subjects

General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
Food Chemistry and Analysis
Food Microbiology and Hygiene
Food Processing Principles (less engineering-depth than Food Process Eng.)
Sensory Evaluation and Product Development
Food Quality Management and HACCP
Nutrition Basics
Food Legislation and Standards

Specializations

Food & Science Technology
Engineering Sciences – Food Engineering
Food Safety and Quality Management

Career paths

Food Quality Control / Quality Assurance Officer
Food Microbiology or Chemistry Lab Analyst
Product Development Technologist
Regulatory Affairs / Food Standards Support
Food Safety Auditor (with experience and certification)
Technical Sales for ingredients and additives
Nutrition-related roles in industry (with extra training)

Study snapshot

Duration: Typically 3–4 years
Workload: Moderate to high – labs, projects, exams
Difficulty: ★★★★☆ — science-heavy but less math than engineering
Practical components: Lab work, sensory tests, industry projects
Internships: Recommended in factories, labs, or regulatory bodies

Where to study Food Science in Lebanon

American University of Beirut: Food Science and Management – $89,628
American University of Science and Technology: BS in Nutrition and Food Science – $23,100
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik: Bachelor of Science in Engineering Sciences – Food Engineering – $33,705
Lebanese International University: Food & Science Technology – $16,731
Lebanese University: Agricultural Engineer Diploma Food Science and Technology – $240 per year
Notre Dame University – Louaize: Bachelor of Science in Food Safety and Quality Management – $35,340

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