This concentration provides graduate students with tools and skills for pursuing a science-related career in industry, government, service, non-profit, Cooperative Extension or other fields related to food science. Professionals seeking additional training can use this concentration to enhance their core competencies in an ever-rapidly evolving job market.
Curriculum
Students will complete 30 credits of graduate coursework that include:
16 credits of coursework in food science (core);
3 credits of coursework in Ethical Issues in Domestic and Global Business Environments;
5 credits towards a problem-solving project report;
6 credits of electives related to surveys, analysis, leadership and technology.
Complete degree requirements and course options can be found in the graduate catalog.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
1 April 2025
Start date
February 2025
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
531 South College Ave.,
104 Townsend Hall,
NEWARK,
Delaware,
19716, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
1 April 2025
Start date
June 2025
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
531 South College Ave.,
104 Townsend Hall,
NEWARK,
Delaware,
19716, United States
Competitive applicants demonstrate an ability to thrive in this advanced training program. This includes:
an undergraduate degree in animal science, biology, or a related field,
an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or greater, and
strong letters of support from three recommenders.
English proficiency test
IELTS - A band score of a 6.5; TOEFL (paper-based) - Score of at least 550; TOEFL (iBT) - At least 79.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
UD students study high-ranking, research-intensive programs supported by over 275 years of academic heritage, joining a distinguished alumni network
