BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Technology (Food Entrepreneurship)

The increasing growth in the global food industry can be linked to favourable economic & cultural transformation, change in lifestyles and needs of consumers, who are more willing to experiment with different cuisines, tastes and new brands. Moreover, today, there is an increase in awareness and concern for wellness and health, providing opportunities for development of new functional foods such as high protein, high antioxidant, low fat, wholegrain and organic food. To keep pace with the global trend, the local food processing sector needs innovative and entrepreneurial professionals who would be the food entrepreneurs of tomorrow. To run a successful business in this competitive food market, food entrepreneurs should have a good business plan and basic understanding about food processing, safety and hygiene, packaging, marketing, and regulatory requirements. This programme aims to produce graduates who will be innovative and have the entrepreneurial flair and abilities to contribute to a food system that can feed the world in a sustainable way. Graduates will also be qualified to work in food processing industries in production and managerial capacities, to teach and carry research and extension in governmental and non-governmental institutions and to pursue further education and research in food related disciplines. The programme offers students the opportunity to undertake a 6-month internship at the end of the third year, in organisations relevant to the field of study. The internship aims at (1) developing technical and practical skills of students in the area of food science and technology and entrepreneurship and (2) familiarizing students with skills that will enable them to contribute to the professionalization of the food sector in Mauritius.