ProgramsFood Technology and Quality
B.Sc. Degree in Food Technology and Quality
Food Technology and Quality
Scientific and professional competencies to establish, support and advance Palestine’s food and agricultural industries.
142
Credit hours
102
Theory credits
40
Practice hours
B.Sc.
Degree awarded
About the program
Built with the food industry
The idea of the Food Technology and Quality Program originated from the necessity to align education with the labor market in Palestine.
This academic program in Food Industry Science and Technology was developed following a series of consultations and meetings with stakeholders in the food industry sector and the Federation of Food Industries.
Goals & outcomes
What you will learn
The program aims to develop the scientific competencies required in the field of Food Technology and Quality to establish, support, and advance the food and agricultural industries within the context of global competitiveness.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will possess the professional skills required by the labor market, as well as a solid understanding of the structural and technological framework of the food industry sector. Graduates are expected to be capable of conducting analytical assessments, formulating strategies, implementing operational plans, and effectively managing strategic change within professional environments.
Graduates will be equipped with the following qualifications and professional competencies
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the principles and foundations of Food Technology and Quality
- Expertise in applying agricultural, industrial, and commercial sciences within agricultural and food systems, encompassing inputs, processes, and final products
- Distinguished research capabilities, enabling graduates to develop innovative solutions and keep pace with advancements in agricultural enterprises, food technology, and quality management
- Academic preparedness to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees and to conduct advanced specialized research
- Professional capacity to organize and develop food industries in alignment with the needs of the Palestinian market, thereby ensuring sustainable economic returns for farmers and manufacturers
- Advanced problem-solving expertise to address challenges facing farmers, marketers, regulators, manufacturers, and exporters within the food sector
- Strong capabilities in research and development, including the application of innovative productivity concepts not typically addressed in conventional food science curricula
Graduates of this program will possess the competencies required to serve as experts within institutions operating in the food industry sector. The program places particular emphasis on developing skills in management, collaboration, professional presentation, research, innovation, organization, self-management, entrepreneurship, and sustainable professional conduct.
Job opportunities
Where graduates work
Graduates may work across the public sector, industry, laboratories, academia and their own enterprises:
Government & public institutions
Food safety inspector, standards auditor, or nutrition and food processing advisor — in the Ministries of Economy, Health, Education and Agriculture, and standards authorities.
Food manufacturing
Food processing technician, quality auditor, equipment operator or production supervisor — in dairy, meat, fruit and vegetable processing, beverages, confectionery, oils, pasta and traditional foods, locally and internationally.
Quality control & food safety labs
Food analysis technician in quality control and food safety laboratories.
Academic institutions
Laboratory technician or teaching assistant.
Private food enterprises
Establishing and managing your own food business.
Consultancy
Consultancy services in food quality, safety, processing and equipment calibration.
Process control & product development
Process control and product formulation development.
Postgraduate & research careers
Master’s and PhD studies, and academic and research careers.
Academic plan
Course-by-course study plan for the Food Technology and Quality program across all semesters.
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