COURSE: BTECH IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY

The course produces competent technologists capable of decision-making at an intellectual level requiring mature judgement. Graduates are able to conceive, identify and optimise technical solutions for the design and production of food products. A National Diploma in Food Technology (or equivalent qualification) is required and an average of 60% in the final year of the National Diploma is recommended for admission.

Type: Under- or postgraduate degree

Duration: 1 year full time after obtaining national diploma / 2 years part time after national diploma

Compulsory Subjects

First Year Subjects:

• Food Technology


• Food Microbial Assurance


• Food project

Careers: Food Technologist, Food and Beverage buyer, Quality Controller.

Source: www.cput.ac.za

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