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Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology Program (International Program)

Program Highlights

• Builds deep understanding of the sciences of food
• Integrates across multiple disciplines to help students generate new technology and innovation
• Connects students to food companies and other sectors in the food industry
• Offers a 4-year PlusOne Program (optional) in Nutrition Science with Deakin University, Australia, to increase students' competitive edge

About the Program

The Bachelor of Science Program in Food Science and Technology (International Program) aims to build skilled food scientists with self-motivation and globally oriented vision. Students will learn various aspects of food, including its chemistry, microbiology, physical property, and nutritional aspects. Students will also gain expertise in food processing technology and methodology, as well as in manufacturing management. The program provides hands-on practices in well-equipped laboratories and pilot plants and interactive learning with expert faculty members and industry partners.

International Partner

• PlusOne Program with Deakin University

Career Opportunities

• Food and food import-export business workers
• Food entrepreneurs
• Food scientists
• College professors and scholars
• Researchers and developers
• Food company consultants and specialists
• Manufacturing or quality control personnel in factories
• Public health nutritionists
• Sport nutritionists

Study Plan

Year 1

• Semester 1:
  • Fundamental English 1
  • Basic Biology 1
  • Biology Laboratory 1
  • General Chemistry 1
  • General Chemistry Laboratory 1
  • Physics for Agro-Industry Students
  • Physics Laboratory for Agro-Industry Students
  • Information Technology and Modern Life
  • Learner Person
• Semester 2:
  • Fundamental English 2
  • Citizenship
  • General Chemistry 2
  • General Chemistry Laboratory 2
  • Elementary Mathematics
  • Introductory Microbiology
  • Introductory Microbiology Laboratory
  • Learner Person

Year 2

• Semester 1:
  • Critical Reading and Effective Writing
  • Organic Chemistry for Non-Chemistry Students
  • Organic Chemistry Laboratory for Non-Chemistry Students
  • Physical Chemistry for Non-Chemistry Students
  • Physical Chemistry Laboratory
  • Elementary Statistics
  • Food Microbiology
  • Food Microbiology Laboratory
  • Free Elective
• Semester 2:
  • English for Agriculture and Agro-Industry
  • Biochemistry 1
  • Biochemistry Laboratory 1
  • Food Processing 1
  • Fundamental Food Engineering 1
  • Innovative Co-creator
  • Active Citizen
  • Free Elective

Year 3

• Semester 1:
  • Food Processing 2
  • Food Processing Laboratory 1
  • Food Legislation and Standards
  • Food Chemistry
  • Quality Control and Assurance
  • Quality Control and Assurance Laboratory
  • Human Nutrition
  • Survey and Improvement Seminar 1
  • Major Elective
  • Major Elective
• Semester 2:
  • Fundamental Food Engineering 2
  • Food Processing 3
  • Food Processing Laboratory 2
  • Food Analysis
  • Food Product Development
  • Food Manufacturing Management
  • Work Training
  • Major Elective

Year 4 (CMU: Single-Degree Program)

• Major Elective
• Research Exercise
• Major Elective

Year 4 (Deakin University: PlusOne Program)

• Semester 1 (Trimester 2 at Deakin):
  • Food Safety
  • Population Nutrition
  • Assessing Food Intake and Activity
  • Academic Integrity (0 credit)
• Semester 2 (Trimester 1 of subsequent year at Deakin):
  • Sensory Evaluation of Food
  • Diet and Disease
  • Food Policy and Regulation
  • Consumer and Sensory Innovation of Food

Total Credits and Tuition Fee

• Total = 136 credits and 7 DUs
• Tuition fee:
  • Single-Degree Program at CMU: 40,000 THB per semester (Thai students), 60,000 THB per semester (Foreign students)
  • PlusOne Program at CMU: Single-degree rate (60,000 THB per semester) for 6 semesters, Deakin University rate for 2-3 semesters

Curriculum Detail

Available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why should you choose the FST INTER program at CMU? Our program offers world-class education and laboratory facilities for future food scientists and food entrepreneurs. Students gain hands-on learning experiences through laboratory courses and practical exposure via internships in the food industry.
2. What is the PlusOne Program? The PlusOne Program is an optional study plan for FST INTER students. Students who choose this plan will study at CMU for 3 years and study at Deakin University, Australia, during the fourth year.
3. What are the benefits of the PlusOne Program? The PlusOne Program is time- and cost-effective. Students get TWO degrees within the normal four-year study plan. Students earn a B.S. degree from Deakin University, Australia, by spending only one year overseas.
4. When do I need to decide whether I want to join the PlusOne Program? The PlusOne Program is optional, and you can decide during the second or third year of study.
5. Is there financial aid for students who want to join the PlusOne Program? There is no financial aid from CMU, but we are working to support all students in many ways.
6. Can I study Food Science and Technology at CMU for the whole 4 years? Yes, you can. If you choose to study at CMU during the fourth year, you will learn more food science subjects.
7. How do I apply to the FST INTER program at CMU? Foreign students and Thai students from international schools can apply through the IPAS system.