About This Program
Food Technology is an applied science that uses principles from chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and nutrition to study food processing, preservation, packaging, and distribution. It is vital for ensuring the safety, quality, and availability of the global food supply, as well as for innovating new food products and processes.
Degree Levels
Skills & careers at each degree level
An Associate's program in Food Technology provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for entry-level roles in food manufacturing, quality control, and product development support.
Skills8
Food Safety & Sanitation (HACCP, GMP)Quality Control Testing & AnalysisBasic Food Chemistry & MicrobiologyFood Processing Equipment OperationData Recording & DocumentationSensory Evaluation TechniquesIngredient Handling & StorageProblem-Solving in Production Environments
Career Paths5
Food Quality Control Technician
Food Manufacturing📈 Growing
Food Production Supervisor
Food Processing📈 Growing
Research & Development Assistant (Food)
Food & Beverage R&D📈 Growing
Food Safety Coordinator
Food Manufacturing📈 Growing
Food Processing Equipment Operator
Food Production✓ Stable
Offering Universities
Associate1 universities
Uskudar University
Turkish$2,500 / year
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