Program Overview
The MS in Food Science and Technology program is designed to provide advanced knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, processing, and safety. It equips students with the expertise to innovate in food production, enhance food quality, and ensure public health through safe and sustainable food practices.
About Program
Students in this program study advanced areas such as food engineering, food analysis, nutritional biochemistry, and food product development. With guidance from expert faculty, they engage in laboratory research, industry projects, and case studies to develop innovative solutions for food preservation, quality control, and safety management.
The MS FST program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, prepares graduates for careers in the food industry, research institutions, regulatory bodies, and academia. It emphasizes critical thinking, ethical responsibility, and applied research, enabling graduates to contribute to Pakistan’s food security and align with international food safety standards.
Program Type
Total Credit Hours
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Program Duration
Program Modality
Program Offerings
Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I-II)
| SEMESTER - 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| FENL 501 | Food Enzymology | 3(2+1) |
| FAFL 501 | Food Additives, Enrichment and Fortification | 3(2+1) |
| AFT 501 | Recent Advances in Food Science and Technology | 3(3+0) |
| FTX 501 | Food Toxicology | 3(3+0) |
| SEMESTER - 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| RMBL 601 | Research Methodology & Biostatistics | 3(2+1) |
| FQA 601 | Food Quality Assurance Management | 3(3+0) |
| FPCL 601 | Food Packaging | 3(2+1) |
| PHM 601 | Post-Harvest Management | 3(3+0) |
Year 2 (Sem III-IV)
| SEMESTER - 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| UR 711 | Professional Ethics-I | 2(2+0) |
| XXX XXX | Elective-I | 3(2+1) |
| XXX XXX | Elective-II | 3(2+1) |
| RESP 701 | Research Thesis/Project | 6(0+6) |
| SEMESTER - 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit | |
| RESP 701 | Research Thesis/Project | 6(0+6) | |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- 16 years of education in Food Science and Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, Agriculture, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related discipline with at least 50% marks (annual system) or CGPA 2.0/4.0 (semester system) from an HEC-recognized university.
- Candidates must qualify the GAT-General Test or the University Entry Test with a minimum of 50% cumulative score.
Related Programs
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk