Food Science Major
From the farmer’s gate to the consumer’s plate, food science adds value to the foods we eat.
Options of Study
- Food Science
Employment Opportunities
- Product Development and Design
- Quality Assurance
- Production Management
- Technical Sales
- Regulatory Affairs
- Research Support
- Beer and Wine Making
- Food Labeling
- Teaching
- Distribution of food-aid commodities in developing countries
Work-Study & Hourly Jobs
The college hires many students in work-study and hourly jobs. To learn more, contact the department directly.
Scholarship Opportunities
To apply:
- Be admitted to the College.
- Complete a college scholarship form by Feb. 15 for incoming freshmen, current students and transfer students.
- Contact departments for scholarship information.
Examples of Course Work
- Food Chemistry
- Food Microbiology
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Technology of Food Preservation
- Food Product Development
- Sensory Analysis of Foods
- Food Laws and Regulations
Special Opportunities
Internships - Gain vital career skills during on-the-job training as a pre-professional by taking advantage of the internship program and working for a food company locally, out of the state, or internationally. You can even receive college credit at the same time!
Food Science Club - The Food Science Club hosts many social activities, holds fund-raisers for students’ travel money to conventions, and provides experience with leadership, cooperation, and networking.
Food Science students may also participate in annual Product Development and Quiz Bowl Teams that compete with other IFT approved teams.
For more information contact,
Department of Food Science
272 Young Avenue
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72704
(479) 575-4605
(479) 575-6936 fax
http://foodscience.uark.edu