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Master Programs in Food Sciences in Dijon, France for 2024

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Master Programs in Food Sciences

Beginning as a Roman settlement, Dijon is a city located in the east in the Burgundy region, France. The city has more that 150,000 residents. It is home to the University of Burgundy and 3 other higher educational institutions.

What is Food Science?
Food science studies food and how it relates to the environment, society, and economy. It includes the study of food production, processing, safety, and nutrition. Food science also encompasses the study of foodborne illness and contamination.

What can I do with a degree in Food Science?
A degree in food science can lead to a career in the food industry, working in areas such as food production, processing, safety, and nutrition. Food science graduates may also work in the area of foodborne illness and contamination research. There are opportunities for those with a background in food science to work in government agencies or private companies that are involved in the regulation of the food industry. Food science graduates may pursue careers in academia, teaching and conducting research at universities and colleges.

Why study Food Science?
Food science is important for several reasons. It helps us understand how food affects our health and the environment, which can help improve food production and processing methods, ensuring food we eat is safe and nutritious. By studying food science, we can also learn more about how to prevent and control foodborne illness. Finally, food science helps us understand the complex economic and social factors that impact food production and consumption.

Food Science degrees
Food science degrees are offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Undergraduate programs typically last for four years and cover topics such as food chemistry, microbiology, and nutrition. Graduate programs usually last for two years and include coursework in advanced food science topics encompassing food physics and engineering.

France is currently among the 20 best performing countries in terms of the economy due to their excellent results-oriented higher education learning. Most of the courses at universities are offered in the French language. France has 60 public and 100 private universities.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.