About the program
In the MSc Food Science & Technology the focus is on gaining advanced knowledge in the field of food safety. The course curriculum is designed to introduce the students to more complex mechanisms related to food safety and public health in order to train them for a career in advanced research in health science. In CBCS, the major change is a shift from the traditional marking system to a grading system. It provides an opportunity for the students to choose from the prescribed courses comprising core, elective (generic and discipline specific) or skill based courses according to their learning needs, interests, and aptitude.
In the first year, the curriculum comprises of fundamental subjects, which includes food chemistry, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology and specialized subjects like food microbiology, bioinformatics and computational biology, research methodology & biostatistics and research ethics and IPR. In addition, the students will get hands-on training on the tools used in techniques in food science under the skill enhancement course. The second year will have subjects that are highly specialized including courses like food standards, certifications and quality control, food additives and adulterants, food packaging and storage and nanobiotechnology, food toxicology, bioprocessing and fermentation technology as part of the discipline specific electives. The most unique feature in M.Sc. Food Science & Technology) is the provision for a full-time research project in the second year.
Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Biological Sciences / Biomedical Science / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Agricultural Sciences / Food & Nutrition / Environmental Science / Veterinary Science / Fisheries Science / BE or BTech in Biotechnology / Graduates in Medicine / Dentistry / Pharmacy / Nursing or any other equivalent life science degree from a recognized university, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
Admission Procedure
Students seeking admission to MSc programs are required to submit the Admission Query form available on apply.nitte.edu.in
On receipt of the same, the Admission Section will guide students with the process of registration and admission.
Admission to MSc programs are based on merit in the qualifying examination.
Documents required for admission to MSc programs
- Class 10 Marks Card (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Degree Marks Cards of all years (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Provisional Degree / Degree Certificate (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Transfer Certificate from the institution last attended (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Conduct Certificate from the institution last attended (Original)
- Migration Certificate from the University last studied (Original)
- Eligibility Certificate issued by Nitte University (This will be handled by Nitte)
- Physical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner (Original)
- Blood Group Certificate (Original)
- Aadhaar card copy of the student
- Photographs: Recent colour photo with white background, of resolution 300-600 dpi Passport size 5 Nos. (35mm x 45mm) & Stamp size 5 Nos. (20mm x 25mm)
Commencement of Program
The MSc program commence on the date prescribed by the University, generally in August
