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Food Science and Nutrition Degree

About the Degree


The Food Science and Nutrition program at MSSU offers a 4-year Bachelor of Science degree aimed at providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the intricate aspects of food science, nutrition, and human health. This program encompasses a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from various STEM fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, nutrition, microbiology, and biochemistry.

The program integrates practical experience through internships, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities crucial for success in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to delve into the fundamental principles of food science, including food safety, processing, packaging, analysis, quality assurance, food policies and regulations.

The completion of this degree program will allow students to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to identify problems in food and nutritional sciences, participating in the design and evaluation of solutions that advance the field. With smaller class sizes, a lower faculty-to-student ratio, immersive learning opportunities, and strong connections to local food industries, the program ensures a tailored educational experience. 

  • Multidisciplinary approach, drawing from various STEM fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, nutrition, microbiology, and biochemistry.
  • Integrates practical experiences through internships, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities crucial for success in the industry.
  • Students will have the opportunity to delve into the fundamental principles of food science, including food safety, processing, packaging, analysis, quality assurance, food policies and regulations.
  • The completion of this degree program will allow students to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to identify problems in food and nutritional sciences, participating in the design and evaluation of solutions that advance the field.
    • 14% Job growth in Missouri, 13% nationwide
  • Small class sizes, a lower faculty-to-student ratio, immersive learning opportunities, and strong connections to local food industries, the program ensures a tailored educational experience. 
    • FSN 101 Introduction to Food Science and Nutrition
    • Curriculum offerings will grow over next 4 years
    • New Faculty Member
    • Renovated Lab space

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