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Food Science Courses

Food science courses can help you learn about food safety, nutrition, sensory evaluation, and food processing techniques. You can build skills in recipe formulation, quality control, and understanding food chemistry. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing taste tests, laboratory equipment for testing food properties, and food modeling software to predict shelf life, allowing you to apply these skills in real-world food production and innovation.


Popular Food Science Courses and Certifications


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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Pollution Prevention, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Biology, Case Studies, Water Quality, Chemistry, Community Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Failure Analysis, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Engineering Calculations

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Olay

    Cosmetic Formulation Science

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Procedures, Design Specifications, Chemistry, Safety Standards, Materials science, Product Testing, Personal protective equipment, Record Keeping, Product Development, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Cannabis

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Taxonomy, Production Process, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Biology, Immunology, Anatomy, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Oncology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Neurology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Our Global FEWture: Cultivating Food-Energy-Water Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Technology Solutions, Education and Training

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education And Counseling

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Cooking for Busy Healthy People

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Resourcefulness, Food and Beverage, Adaptability, Innovation, Mindfulness

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    FlashDiet: Aprende como comer sano

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Meal Planning And Preparation, Cooking, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Health Promotion, Exercise Science, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Edible Insects

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Culture, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Sustainability Standards, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Ahead of The Game: The Future of Nutrition and Training

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Collaboration, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine, Performance Analysis, Meal Planning And Preparation, Data Management, Nutrition Counseling, Climate Change Adaptation, Adaptability, Athletic Training, AI Personalization, Communication, Real Time Data, Environmental Science, Technology Solutions, Health Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Science of Fat Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Endocrinology, Stress Management, Biochemistry, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular food science courses

  • Introduction to Environmental Science: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
  • Cosmetic Formulation Science: Olay
  • Introduction to Cannabis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • General Biology: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Our Global FEWture: Cultivating Food-Energy-Water Solutions: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Cooking for Busy Healthy People: Stanford University
  • FlashDiet: Aprende como comer sano: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Edible Insects: National Taiwan University

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