Food Science and Technology

Why Study Food Science and Technology?

Major | Science | CAFES

The food science and technology field comprises the processing, preservation, evaluation and distribution of food. As a food science and technology major at UW-River Falls, you’ll gain a solid foundation in both food science (food chemistry, microbiology, processing, etc.) and the basic sciences (physics, chemistry, biochemistry, etc.) to prepare you for a career in the food science field.

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Living and Learning Communities

76%

Of Students Completed At Least One High-Impact Practice Before Graduation

700+

Students in Honors Programs

My favorite course was Product Development because we were able to learn about the process of creating a new food product and then take what we had learned and actually create the product in the lab. The hands-on learning through this semester-long project was really valuable as we learned how different ingredients affected the product by using sensory evaluation techniques we had been introduced to in class.

Faith Buhrandt

cafes@uwrf.edu // 715-425-3535

Your Degree:

Undergraduate

Area of Study:

Science

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Skills and Learning Outcomes

Apply science-based knowledge and principles of food science to food industry processes.
Adapt to changing consumer demands in the food and beverage industry.
Understand the intricacies of food processing and distribution systems, both locally and globally.
Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences using valid and industry-specific information.
Evaluate and interpret scientific data.