This program teaches students about essential food preservation and conservation. This course focuses on the design of food processing plants, their location and layout, and other requirements such as water supply, electricity supply, clean environment, and sanitation. Food processing equipment, packaging requirements, utensils, and standards for material used in food processing equipment's construction. Standardization of food processes and equipment arrangements in the best way possible. Practical knowledge is gained from a visit to the food processing industry. Food Industry Training is also offered. Scope and importance of food plant engineering, Processing techniques, and their requirements. Preservation by drying, Preservation at low temperatures, Heat treatments, and Food conversion operation. This course teaches students about the various methods and procedures involved with food packaging. This course helps students understand the importance and processing of different food products. This course will cover both the theoretical and practical aspects of the food industry.

Duration of the Program 

4 Years (8 Semesters).

Seats 

10*

Academic Framework

Since its inception, UPES has sought to promote innovative learning and future-focused learning as the foundation of higher education. This has resulted in constant improvement in facilitating creative and collaborative learning experiences for students through realignment and exploration of virtual tools and open-source courseware. It creates borderless learning opportunities and unlimited access to endless information.

The new curriculum framework at UPES is ABLE (Academic Blueprint for Learning Excellence). It is holistic

yet focuses on each student's individual needs to explore, discover, challenge, and experience. Learning is divided into core subjects, core specialisms, minors/exploratory, signature, and life skills. These three courses are available at the School for Life.

SFL (School for Life), an integral part of the UPES student experience, facilitates learning and education balanced between students' needs and those of future leaders and global citizens. UPES is committed to inspiring the best in people to make the world a better place. It offers courses that equip students with lifelong learning skills and a focus on various current issues.

Entrance Test

UPESPAT / JEE- Mains / Board Merit / NEET

Examination Pathway:

Eligibility

• Students should have a minimum of 50% Marks at Higher and Senior Secondary level (X and XII) with Mathematics/ Phys /Chem/Bio/Bio Tech +English as Major Subject.

Career Prospects

Government sector:

Ministry of Food Processing Industries. Ministry of Food, Ministry of Food, and Family Welfare. Ministry of Agriculture. Each year, thousands of jobs are advertised. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (State Food Safety departments), Food Corporation of India (Mountain Food Corporation of India), Centre and State warehouses BIS, APEDA, and Food Testing laboratories are the leading providers of Government-based jobs.

Private Sector:

Private Sector, The food sector accounts for 8-10% of GDP. Many MNCs and private manufacturing, marketing, and sales companies offer an excellent salary package for Food Technology Students. Nestle, Britannia, ITC, Adani Group, Reliance, Danon, Amul, etc.

Entrepreneurship:

Food graduates can start their businesses with minimal investment. Examples of successful businesses include bakery, confectionery, dairy, microbial culture, fruit processing, and milling.