The University of Faisalabad
School of Food Science and Technology
Program: Short Title:
Duration: Credit Hours:
Eligibility: Location: BS Food Science & Technology
BSFS & T
4 Years (8 Semesters)
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FSc Pre Medical with minimum Second Division or its equivalent. Seats are reserved for DAE in Food Science and Technology
Amin Campus (males)
Program Description:
Food science is a study concerned with all technical aspects
of food, beginning with harvesting or slaughtering, and
ending with its cooking and consumption. It is considered
as one of the life sciences, and is usually considered
distinct from the field of nutrition. Food science is an
interdisciplinary applied science. It incorporates concepts
from many different fields including microbiology, chemical
engineering and biochemistry. A food scientist studies the
physical, microbiological, and chemical makeup of food.
Food scientist’s activities include the development of new
food products, design of processes to produce these foods,
choice of packaging materials, shelf-life studies and sensory
evaluation of the product with trained expert panels or
potential consumers, as well as physical , biological and
chemical testing. Through the coursework component of
the program, students will gain in-depth knowledge of
how agricultural product is delivered as safe, nutritional and
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palatable food into domestic and international markets.
Furthermore, they will understand current and future trends
influencing the food manufacturing industry, including
shifting legal and regulatory frameworks, international trade
and the influence of modern biotechnological approaches
in food production.
Objectives:
• To produce qualified food scientist for food industries,
teaching and research organizations
• To establish links between teaching/research institutions,
government, commercial, industrial organizations and
consumers
• To preserve, process and manipulate the agricultural
produce for off seasons use
• To introduce novel, nutritious, economical and value
added food products for local consumption and export
• To incorporate the food industry waste for new product
development
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To develop subject interest among the students by mutual discussions, assignments, quizzes, industrial tours, invited
lectures and seminars etc apart from routine teaching
• To provide consultancy and advisory services to food industries
• To provide diagnostic analysis of food products
• To organize seminars/workshops for creating awareness about the importance of safe processed nutritious food.
• To produce graduates who will be involved in consultancy services in food product development, research and development,
processing and preservation. We plan to produce job creator graduates rather than job seekers.
• To equip graduates with knowledge of design and fabrication of food processing equipment
Career Opportunities:
The degree holders may work in the areas of Food, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Industries, Ministries of Health, Education,
Food & Agriculture and Science &Technology, Academic and Research Organizations, Airlines, Hotels and Hospitals etc as
• Food Researcher and Scientist
• Food Chemist
• Food Analyst
• Production Manager
• Quality Control Manager
• Quality Assurance Officer
• Food Inspector.
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The University of Faisalabad
BS Food Science and Technology
Scheme of Studies
Semester I
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-111
Introduction to Food Science and Technology
3(2-1)
FS-112
Food Nutrition
3(3-0)
BIO-113
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
3(2-1)
ENG-114
English-I
3(3-0)
ST-225
Statistics – I
3(3-0)
PS-123
Pakistan Studies
2(2-0)
Credit Hours :
17
Semester II
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-121
Food Chemistry
3(3-0)
FS-122
Food Processing and Preservation
3(2-1)
IS-116
Islamic Studies
2(2-0)
ENG-125
English-II
3(3-0)
MICR-126
General Microbiology
3(2-1)
Statistics -II
3(3-0)
ST-316
Credit Hours :
17
Semester III
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-211
Food Microbiology
3(2-1)
FS-212
Food Quality Management
2(2-0)
FS-213
Technology of Fats and Oils
3(2-1)
IT-115
Introduction to Computers
3(2-1)
FS-215
Milk Handling and Processing
3(2-1)
English-III
3(3-0)
ENG-216
Credit Hours :
17
Semester IV
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-221
Unit Operation in Food Processing
3(3-0)
FS-222
Food Additives
3(3-0)
FS-223
Confectionery and Snack Foods
3(2-1)
FS-224
Food Safety
3 (3-0)
MA-124
Mathematics
2(2-0)
Introduction to Information Technology
3(2-1)
IT-226
Credit Hours :
56
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Semester V
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-311
Meat Technology
3(2-1)
FS-312
Cereal Technology
3(2-1)
FS-313
Sugar Technology
3(2-1)
FS-314
Poultry, Egg and Sea Food Processing Technology
3(1-2)
FS-315
Instrumental Techniques in Food Analysis
3(1-2)
FS-214
Food Laws and Regulations
3(3-0)
Credit Hours :
18
Semester VI
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-321
Community Nutrition and Dietetics
3(2-1)
FS-322
Beverage Technology
3(2-1)
FS-323
Food Engineering
3(2-1)
FS-324
Bakery Products Technology
3(2-1)
FS-325
Food Product Development
3(1-2)
FS-326
Water Quality and Treatments
3(2-1)
Credit Hours :
18
Semester VII
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-411
Food Plant Layout
2(2-0)
FS-412
Food Biotechnology
3(2-1)
FS-413
Food Packaging
3(2-1)
FS-414
Preparation of Research Projects and Scientific Writing
3(1-2)
FS-415
Food Industrial Waste Management
2(2-0)
FS-417
Post Harvest Technology
3(2-1)
FS-421
Milk and Meat Hygiene and Public Health
3(2-1)
Credit Hours :
19
Semester VII
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Hours
FS-422
Internship
4(0-4)
FS-423
Research Project and Report Writing
6(0-6)
Credit Hours :
10
Total Credit Hours:
133
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