Master of Science in Food Science
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
AED 2,300 / per credit **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* applications opens on 28th September 2021
** per credit hour
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Introduction
Overview
The Department of Food Science is proposing Master Program in Food Science which will give students an opportunity to gain advanced knowledge related to Food Quality and Safety, Food Chemistry and Analysis, Food Processing and Engineering as well as Innovative and Functional Foods. Master program in Food Science is designed to reinforce and enhance the student’s knowledge of scientific principles and processes used to produce safe and high-quality foods. The program will provide a science-based professional education that encompasses classroom theory, practical research, and its application. Students will have an opportunity to comprehensively study theoretical and applied aspects of the science, technology, and engineering of foods. An in-depth understanding of science, as it applies to foods, will assist students with an interest in career and technical education, to understand the food industry as well as food preparation in their daily life. This program is designed to produce expert food science postgraduate with the knowledge and skills to develop and further excel in the professional world.
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Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours: minimum of 30 hours
Food Science
| Required Courses (15 hours) | Credit Hours | |
| COSC501 | Research Methods | 1 |
| COSC502 | Ethics of Scientific Research | 1 |
| FDSC605 | Graduate Seminar | 1 - 3 |
| FDSC610 | Advanced Food Chemistry - 1 | 2 |
| FDSC622 | Advanced Food Analysis - I | 2 |
| FDSC633 | Advanced Food Processing I | 3 |
| FDSC640 | Advanced Food Microbiology - I | 3 |
| STAT503 | Applied Statistics | 2 |
| Elective Courses - 6 CH for Thesis and 12 CH for Non-Thesis (12 hours) | Credit Hours | |
| FDSC611 | Food Physics | 2 |
| FDSC615 | Advanced Shelf Life of Stored Foods | 3 |
| FDSC630 | Advanced Food Technologies | 3 |
| FDSC631 | Enzymes Technology and Fermentation | 3 |
| FDSC650 | Food Inspection | 2 |
| FDSC651 | Advanced Food Laws and Regulations | 2 |
| FDSC660 | Novel and Functional Foods | 3 |
| FDSC691 | Special Topics in Food Science | 2 |
| Project or Thesis (9 hours) | Credit Hours | |
| FDSC695 | Graduation Research Project 1 | 3 |
| FDSC699 | Research Thesis 2 | 9 |
| 1: For non-thesis option 2: For Thesis Option |
Merit Fellowship Award
To receive the Merit Award, students are expected to have high academic credentials and maintain their academic success at the UAEU. The Merit Fellowship Award offers a financial assistance in form of partial tuition waiver to qualified students. Students in STEM and strategic areas of the country (renewable energy, transportation, health, water resources, technology, space) will have priority.
Student Eligibility:
- Have Excellent Academic Standing (GPA ≥ 3.6/4.0).
- Maintain a GPA ≥3.6/4.0 during study at UAEU.
- Have no other financial sponsorship or award.
Benefits:
- 50% discount on tuition fees.
Duration:
- Valid until graduation as long as the student is abiding with the Student Eligibility conditions.
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Program Outcome
- Provide students with advanced theoretical and research knowledge in the field.
- Empower students to integrate and apply knowledge of food science to real-world issues in food systems, components, products, and processes.
- Produce highly trained graduates able to meet the leadership needs of national and international professional careers.
- Develop well-prepared graduates to become research leaders and innovators in the food science field.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Discuss advanced concepts, theories, and emerging food science methodologies.
- Apply core knowledge of food science to identify problems and propose solutions in the field.
- Design and conduct scientific research in the field of food science, and use quantitative methods to analyze results.
- Communicate scientific and technical knowledge in written and oral forms to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrate knowledge of food science contemporary issues, ethics, and professional responsibility.