Jodi Anderson
Academic Coordinator
School of Food Science
Washington State University
(509) 335-4763
jlanderson@wsu.edu
Washington State University - Pullman, WA
Program Information: Do you like science? And food? A degree in food science combines both and opens doors to well-paying careers where jobs abound. Start your career path with the foundation of a degree in Food Science!
Food science majors develop an understanding of the properties and characteristics of foods through courses in biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, physics, and more. Food technology courses build on this foundation and apply it to the study of processing, preservation, sanitation, storage, and marketing of foods.
The joint program at the Washington State University/University of Idaho School of Food Science provides double the resources and opportunities for a BS, MS or PhD in Food Science. At the School of Food Science, students learn how to apply chemistry, biology, engineering, nutrition and more to:
develop new foods and beverages
improve safety and quality of food products
design safer and more energy-efficient food processes
Much of your education will take place in the on-campus labs, where you could:
examine food-spoiling bacteria
analyze foodborne pathogens
collect taste-sensory data
learn how to process and package meat, dairy and cereal products
This program could be a good fit if you:
Enjoy sciences like microbiology and chemistry
Like to do hands on lab and classroom experiments
Are interested in improving nutrition and quality of foods
Work well as part of a team
Are imaginative and creative