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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


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Sensory Science: Measuring the Senses

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Quantitative Research, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Research Methodologies, Mathematical Modeling, Neurology, Product Testing, Analytical Testing, Physiology

    ★ 4.1 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Case Studies

    ★ 4.3 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Edible Insects

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Culture, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Science, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Systems, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Land Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, Public Policies, Health Promotion, Manufacturing and Production, Advocacy, Economics

    ★ 4.7 (165) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Our Energy Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Engineering, Oil and Gas, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Socioeconomics, Petroleum Industry, Social Studies, Environmental Science

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Cooking, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Health Education, Food and Beverage, Preventative Care, Health Promotion, Meal Planning And Preparation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Adaptability, Community Health, Mental Concentration, Environment, Child Health, Clinical Trials

    ★ 4.6 (779) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Química, guerra y ética

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Diplomacy, General Science and Research, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Ancient History, Verification And Validation

    ★ 4.9 (247) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 2

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality: Flavor

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chemistry, Process Control, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Product Testing, Systems Of Measurement, Quantitative Research, Human Factors, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    ★ 5 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Science and Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Network Model, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics

    ★ 4.6 (205) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Peking University

    遗传学实验

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Verification And Validation

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Immunology, Infant Care, Preventative Care, Cell Biology, Physiology, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry, Nutrition Education, Production Process, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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