Name of the Programme: BSc in Food Science and Technology
Duration: 4 years (Full Time)
Credit Points: 480 credit points
The BSc in Food Science and Technology programme aims to develop human resource capacity in food science and engineering and contribute to the socio-economic development of the country. The graduates from this programme will be the mainstay of Bhutan’s small but ever-growing food industry. The graduates of the programme are expected to contribute to the country’s food security and food self-sufficiency goals through the development of a reliable food supply chain and ensuring safe food production. This programme will also cater to the needs of the secondary sector of the economy. As professionals, graduates will be able to contribute to the development of the secondary sector and generate employment for themselves and others. The programme is, therefore, designed to produce professionals equipped with knowledge, skills, and attitude for the application of science and arts of food science and technology.
On completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
1. Undergraduate Science tuition fee: Nu. 91,646 per year (45,823 per semester)
(Accepted in two installments. The fee amount is expected to increase by 2% every year).
2. Security Deposit:2,000 (One time)
3. Registration/CDF contribution: 1,000 (One time)
4. Hostel Rent: 3000 per year (1500 per semester)
5. Welfare Contribution: 360 per year (180 per Semester)
6. Mess contribution: 15,000 per year (7,500 per semester )
The programme equips graduates for diverse national and international careers across government, NGOs, and the private sector. Graduates can work as food safety inspectors, laboratory technicians, food analysts, postharvest technicians, research assistants, and quality assurance supervisors. They may also serve as lab assistants, food plant managers, and entrepreneurs in various parts of the food value chain. Additional opportunities include roles such as research officers, food regulatory officers, programme officers, and food safety officers. High-end hotels offer further prospects as food service, safety, or production managers. Graduates may also pursue higher studies for advanced career pathways.
Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Ability Rating points |
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology | Class XII Science with minimum of 50% in chemistry, physics and biology, and a pass mark in English and Dzongkha. | Chemistry-5 |
Biology-5 | ||
English-4 | ||
Physics-3 | ||
Dzongkha- 1 |
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