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MSc/PhDPostgraduate programme

Food Science & Technology

The science of food composition, processing, preservation, quality and safety.

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M.Sc.

M.Sc. Food Science and Technology

Entry requirements

  • O'Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry and two other science subjects.
  • B.Sc. or PGD in Food Science and Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology or any other related discipline, with a minimum of second class lower division of not less than 3.0 on a 5-point scale, from a recognised university.
  • Evidence of NYSC discharge or exemption certificate, for Nigerian students.

Duration

  • Full time: a minimum of three semesters and a maximum of four semesters.
  • Part time: a minimum of five semesters and a maximum of eight semesters.
  • Dissertation, with a three-month internship included.

Modules

  1. Statistical Research Methods in Food Science and Technology
  2. Advanced Food Processing Engineering
  3. Advanced Food Microbiology
  4. Food Product Development
Ph.D.

Ph.D. Food Science and Technology

Entry requirements

  • A Master's degree in Food Science and Technology with a CGPA of at least 3.5 on a 5-point scale.
  • A concept proposal of not less than five pages in the applicant's area of specialisation or interest.

Duration

  • Full time: a minimum of six semesters and a maximum of ten semesters.

Modules

  1. New Concepts in Food Processing
  2. Special Problems in Food Science and Technology
  3. Chemistry of Plant Food Products
  4. Advanced Studies in Food Utilization
  5. Food and Nutrition Policy

Career prospects

The M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology is anchored on training middle and senior level scientists capable of working effectively in the food industry, food commodity research institutes, universities and other government establishments to address challenges related to food production, particularly in reducing food spoilage at postharvest periods.

In addition, graduates of this programme can create self-employment and job opportunities for others, as well as serve as manpower for emerging food industries.

Applying

Applications to every programme of the Centre are made on the University's portal, which states the fee, the dates and the documents for the current admission round.

To confirm this programme's requirements for the current round, write to Dr. Sylvester Adejo, Admission Officer / Deputy Director, Research & Collaboration: sadejo@bsum.edu.ng

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