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Food Science Courses

Food science courses cover topics like food chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, and food processing techniques. You’ll learn how ingredients interact, how to ensure food safety, and the impact of processing on nutritional value. Some courses may also explore sensory evaluation and food product development, giving you insights into how food is created and perceived.

Popular Food Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Healthy and Sustainable Foods

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Environment, Spreadsheet Software

    4.5 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    Olay

    Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Management, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Assurance, Product Testing

    4.5 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Infection Control, Physiology, Preventative Care, Sustainable Systems, Immunology, Microbiology, Caregiving, Environment and Resource Management

    4.8 stars, 632 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (632) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Child Nutrition and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Nutrition Education, Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Childhood Education and Development, Child Welfare, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutritional Assessment, Child Development, Preventative Care, Health Education, Caregiving, Food Safety and Sanitation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Health Equity

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Scalability

    4.7 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Florida

    The Meat We Eat

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Cooking, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 210 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (210) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Sensory Science: The Senses

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Anatomy, Chemistry

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Food Design Thinking: Pensar creativamente la alimentación

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Food and Beverage, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Nutrition and Diet, Culture, Aesthetics, Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Nanjing University

    结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences

    4.8 stars, 114 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (114) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Foundations of Nutrition Science & the Dietary Guidelines

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Education, Clinical Nutrition, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Chronic Diseases, Biochemistry, Research, Maternal Health, Public Health, Child Health, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Regulatory Compliance

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of London

    Bachelor of Science in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Surveys, Business Ethics, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Research, Consumer Behaviour, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Management Accounting, Financial Analysis, Databases, Labor Relations, Quality Management, Human Relations Movement, Cultural Diversity, Stress Management, Business Management, International Finance, Business Economics

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Diet Quality, Digestion, and Carbohydrate Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Chronic Diseases, Health Education

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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How to choose the right Food Science course

Start with what you want to learn in food science. If you’re interested in food preservation techniques, choose courses covering methods like canning, freezing, and drying. If you’re focused on nutritional science, look for courses that explore food composition, dietary guidelines, and health impacts of food choices. Compare these options to find the right fit for your interests.

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