• Course Title : Bachelor In Food Technology (B. Tech. (Food))
• Category/Level : Bachelors
• Course Duration (months) : 48 months
• Cost Range (NPR) : NA
• Affiliated to : Tribhuvan University

Course Description:

The Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology (BTech Food Technology) of Tribhuvan University (TU) is a prestigious four-year undergraduate program designed to to equip students with comprehensive knowledge in food science, processing, and management.  The program is ideal for those who aspire to become experts in food processing, preservation, quality control, and food plant management, contributing to the food industry's advancement in Nepal and beyond.

Objectives of BTech Food Technology
- To develop a strong foundation of knowledge in the basic principles of food science, including the study of raw materials, selection criteria, processing methods, composition, packaging science, and preservation techniques. Students will acquire the necessary theoretical understanding of these principles.
- To acquire knowledge and skills in the practices of industrial foodstuff management and specialization processes. This includes understanding the operational aspects of food production, quality control, and product development in an industrial setting.
- To develop critical and analytical thinking skills that can be applied to research in the principles of food engineering. Students will learn to analyze and evaluate different aspects of food technology and engineering, and apply their findings in a successful commercial manner.
- To promote the development of food safety and security techniques in the commercial production industry. This involves minimizing waste production, ensuring the safety of food products, and distributing edibles with the utmost consideration for economic nutrient value.
- To demonstrate the ability to adhere to government regulations and specifications, as well as apply industry-based best practices. Students will be equipped with food industry knowledge regulations and standards where they will learn how to apply these in their professional practice.


Career Options:
There is a demand for graduates both locally and abroad. In the food industry, graduates work in applied research, plant and food process management, packaging, quality control, product evaluation, product and process development and technical consultant to manufacturing and marketing. In the government service, graduates work in research, technical, education, advisory inspection and regulation. In the academe, graduates can become teachers, researchers, consultants and extension workers. Another option for the graduates is to be entrepreneurs of their own food businesses.

> Food Technologist/Food Technology Consultant or Researcher in food companies
> Research Institutes
> Food Establishments
> Production Manager
> Product Development Specialist
> Food Quality Assurance
> Sensory Specialist
> Food Sales Representative
> Food Application Specialist
> Food Consultant
> Food Researchers in Government
> Private and Academic Institution
> Food-Based Entrepreneur