Overview

The Culinary and Food Science programme from Drexel University offers dynamic, multidisciplinary education grounded in the latest research techniques and technological applications for those interested in applying science to meet an ever-growing demand for delicious, safe and nutritious foods.

Key facts

With collaborative opportunities to work with faculty and other students interested in the food industry, our students work on current and novel product development for companies looking for sustainable and interesting new products.

Students gain a comprehensive overview of the food industry. The curriculum includes both theoretical and applied aspects of the science, technology, sustainability and safety of food as well as coursework in urban gardening, culinary arts and food systems.

Culinary and food scientists learn to integrate and apply knowledge from the disciplines of chemistry, physics, engineering, microbiology, nutrition, food studies and culinary arts in order to preserve, process, package and distribute foods that are safe, nutritious, enjoyable and affordable.

The program provides a science-based, applied education that encompasses classroom theory, practical research and application. Students in the culinary and food science program participate in research by completing a research project.

Culinary and Food scientists are needed in the areas of:

Food product development

Food quality assessment and management

Food processing

Food product research and development

Food sustainability and food waste reduction and practices

Technical sales and support

Sensory analysis

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Food Composition & Behavior

Food Chemistry

Food Microbiology

Food Preservation Processes

Sensory Evaluation of Food

Culture and Gastronomy

Kitchen Garden

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

45 SCH

45-46

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Food Science View 173 other Masters in Food Science in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission for graduate study at Drexel University requires a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international institution.

Although requirements vary by program, regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) for undergraduate work. The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0.

Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their master's-level studies. (Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.)

Tuition Fee

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International

33322 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1481 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

33322 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1481 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

33322 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1481 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Philadelphia

1313 - 2284 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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