Program Overview

Introduction to the Master's Degree in Food Engineering

The Master's Degree in Food Engineering is a two-year program that aims to provide students with theoretical and scientific knowledge in the field of engineering, with a focus on food engineering. The program is designed to produce professionals who can identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in the food production chain.

General Information

• Level: Master's Degree - Ordinamento 270/04
• Class of Degree: LM-22 - Chemical Engineering
• Location: Campus of Milano Bovisa / Campus of Milano Leonardo
• Affiliation: School of Industrial and Information Engineering
• Duration: 2 years
• Official Language: English

Educational Objectives

The Master's Degree in Food Engineering is structured to provide students with knowledge related to:

• The chemical-physical and nutritional qualities of food, its components, and industrial processes for food preparation, transformation, and conservation
• The analysis of market trends, consumer preferences, and sustainability in the food industry
• The social, economic, and environmental context of food production and regulation

Program Structure

The program is divided into 4 semesters, allowing students to acquire knowledge and skills in:

• Food production processes and technology
• Planning and control methods
• Food safety and microbiology management
• Quality management techniques
• Conservation and packaging technologies
• Energy optimization in food production
• Logistics and supply chain management

Teaching Methods

The program adopts teaching methods that satisfy the Dublin descriptors adopted in Europe. Students' understanding and judgment abilities will be verified through written and oral exams, as well as personal or group projects. The ability to apply knowledge will be verified through laboratory activities and project work.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master's Degree in Food Engineering will be able to work in various fields, including:

• Food production and processing
• Quality control and management
• Research and development
• Consulting and advisory services

Further Education

Students who complete the Master's Degree in Food Engineering can pursue further education, such as a Ph.D. program, to develop their research skills and expertise.

Support from Advisory Board Companies

Companies partnered with the Advisory Board support the program's educational activities, offering opportunities for students to visit their facilities, participate in project work, and undertake internships.

Program Presentation

The Master's Degree in Food Engineering is a comprehensive program that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the food industry. With its strong focus on theoretical and practical education, the program prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities.