Program Overview
The Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University is a Master programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of agriculture & environmental studies. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Food Science and Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Corvallis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Food Science and Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:
- Environmental Scientist
- Sustainability Manager
- Agricultural Analyst
- Conservation Officer
- Food Safety Specialist
- Climate Policy Advisor
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Brewing
- Flavor Chemistry
- Food Chemistry/Biochemistry
- Food Microbiology/Biotechnology
- Food and Seafood Processing
- Sensory Evaluation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
A four-year baccalaureate degree (or international equivalent), a professional degree (such as BPharm, BVsc, MBBS, MD, DVM, DPharm, etc.), or an appropriate U.S./Canadian alternative degree, from a regionally accredited (US) or recognized (International) college or university, with a cumulative B average (equivalent 3.00 on a U.S. 4.00 grading scale) on the most recent baccalaureate degree or any subsequent graduate degree from a regionally accredited (US) or recognized (International) college or university, plus all work completed thereafter.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 528 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oregon State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Oregon State University
Oregon State University
Corvallis, United States
Oregon State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-20
- Language English