After completion of this programme the student will be capable of following a career in the food industry. The qualification acquired is a Baccalaureus Scientiae (Home Economics). The major subjects are Foods and Food Science.
Type: undergradaute degree
Duration: 4 years full time
Compulsory Subjects
First year subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biometry
- Computer literacy
- Advanced computer usage
Second year subjects:
- Microbiology
- Foods
- Food science
- Biochemistry
Third year subjects:
- Physiology
- Human nutrition and foods
- Food science
Fourth year subjects:
- Mercantile law
- Consumer science
- Food science
Careers: chef, restaurant buyer, caterer, quality controller.
Source: www.ufs.ac.za