Department contact:
256 WC Stringer Wing, Eckles Hall
573-882-4100

Degrees:

Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition
Minor in Food Science and Nutrition

Overview:

Food scientists work to ensure that foods are safe, nutritious and delicious. Food Scientists use the latest in food manufacturing to turn agricultural commodities into products that consumers want to buy. Typical employment areas for graduates of food science include quality assurance, quality control, product development, sensory science and flavor chemistry.

Academic Information

Admission Requirements:

There are no specific admission requirements above those required by the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources for this degree program.

Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0

Specifically required non-major courses for the BS degree:
Chemistry 1320
Math 1300, 1400, or 1500
Biology 1010 and 1020 or 1500
Communication 1200
Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Food Science and Nutrition 1030
Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:

Biochemistry
Chemistry
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Microbiology
Nutritional Sciences

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