Department of Food Science and Chemistry
Academic Programs
BS Food Technology is a 4-year program that seeks to train students to be the prime movers of the food industry. The program focuses on providing students with appropriate knowledge, skills, and technique of the foundation courses of food technology in the interest of developing new food products, processes, and innovative food systems. Ultimately, graduates will be equipped with holistic understanding of food science and other disciplines to: ensure food safety and security, be able to define problems related to food systems, identify potential causes and solutions, and make innovative decisions and recommendations, demonstrate skills in the evaluation and advocacy of food-related policies, and develop socially, culturally, and environmentally related food systems that promote equity and sustainability.
BSFT Program Learning Outcomes
- Develop new food products by adapting appropriate knowledge, skills, and techniques in food science and allied fields;
- Develop research proposals for implementation by adapting appropriate knowledge, skills, and techniques in food science and allied fields;
- Design relevant food processes that meet the desired needs in the food industry by integrating knowledge and skill in food science and other disciplines;
- Communicate effectively in oral and written communication to both technical and non-technical audiences;
- Develop the interest for continuing professional advancement and production of innovative food systems;
- Demonstrate leadership and professionalism as prime movers of the food industry, academe, and other related institutions;
- Demonstrate skills in the evaluation and advocacy of food-related policies;
- Demonstrate a holistic understanding of food science and technology to ensure food security and well-being of individuals, families, and communities in the practice of the profession with emphasis on research and public service;
- Apply knowledge and exhibit sensitivity to cultural diversity in the context of food systems, including indigenous food systems;
- Develop socially, culturally, and environmentally relevant food systems and research initiatives that promote equity and sustainability.
BSFT QUALIFICATIONS
For the BSFT program, applicants are required to have taken the STEM strand during their senior high school.
BSFT CURRICULUM
As UP Mindanao is envisioned to grow into a comprehensive University, its academic programs shall put emphasis on science, technology, agriculture, and medicine so that it can assist the region in the process of nation building.
As new global issues emerge, the food industry is beset with concerns in waste reduction, food safety, food security, development of new products, and the like. The University believes that the MS Food Science program can assist in building up human resources who are equipped to find solutions to these problems. The Master’s Program is responsive to the needs of the food industry and the academe.
MSFS Program Learning Outcomes
- Integrate the advanced concepts and skills in major and minor courses;
- Integrate the advanced concepts and skills in food science (food biochemistry, food microbiology, food analysis, and food process engineering) in research and development;
- Develop a comprehensive grasp of the various specializations in food science and their relevance in current food systems;
- Write and present reports for technical and non-technical audiences;
- Conduct research that is socially, culturally, and environmentally relevant;
- Disseminate research outputs through presentations and/or publications; and
- Engage in extension activities with the stakeholders of the food industry.
MSFS REQUIREMENTS
- Duly accomplished application form (Form 1)
- Cover letter signifying intent and degree sought
- Curriculum vitae
- Original Certified true copy of official TOR
- Two letters of recommendation (Form 2)
- Non-refundable fee of Php 200
MSFS CURRICULUM