Illinois Institute Of Technology

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Science in Food Safety and Technology (Thesis Option); Master of Food Safety and Technology (Professional,Non-Thesis Option); Master of Science Food Process Engineering (Thesis Option); Master of Food Process Engineering (Professional, Non-Thesis Option), Graduate Certificate in Food Process Engineering; Graduate Certificate in Food Safety and Technology; Graduate Certificate in Food Processing Specialist

Program Description:

The National Center for Food Safety and Technology (NCFST), with IIT faculty, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) scientists, and food industry experts, provides a unique training ground for individuals seeking graduate education in food safety and technology and food process engineering. Courses are offered at NCFST with the strong support of the following IIT departments: Biological, Chemical, and Physical Sciences (BCPS) and Chemical and Biological Engineering (ChBE).

The master's degree programs in Food Process Engineering (FPE) are designed as flexible programs to educate food technologists and engineers in aspects relating to food processing and safety. Students can specialize in food processing and packaging, food microbiology and safety, compositional safety of food (chemistry), and foods for health (nutrition). Graduates of the program will be prepared to assume responsible positions in food manufacturing operations, research and development, food safety, compliance and regulatory affairs, and quality assurance in the processing, retail, and food service segments of the food industry. Other career options include positions with federal, state or local health and agri-food agencies, and in policy-making, regulatory, or research roles with organizations associated with food manufacturing operations.

The teaching faculty is drawn from NCFST/IIT faculty and NCFST/FDA scientists, and is augmented by IIT faculty from several departments, together with scientists and experts from the private sector. In addition to the formal course requirements, students may participate in food safety and technology research projects at the NCFST under the supervision of IIT faculty and FDA scientists.

Accreditation:

Illinois Institute of Technology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Eligibility Requirements:

Cumulative undergraduate GPA minimum: 3.0/4.0 Minimum GRE: 1100 for Master of Science Degree (quantitative + verbal) and 2.5 analytical writing; 950 for Professional Master (Non-Thesis Option)

International Student Requirements:

TOEFL minimum: 550/213/80

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999