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Explore how science and technology interact with our food supply.

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In the food science program at UMass Amherst, you’ll explore how science and technology interact with our food supply through the study of the chemical, biological, and physical nature of food.

Academic Offerings

The Department of Food Science has a long history of training Food Science professionals.

Minor in Food Science Minor in Food Science Bachelor of Science in Food Science Bachelor of Science in Food Science 5-Year BS/MS Program 5-Year BS/MS Program Master of Science in Food Science Master of Science in Food Science PhD in Food Science PhD in Food Science

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