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  • Faculty

    Faculty of Life and Allied Health Sciences

  • Department

    Department of Food Technology

  • Campus

    Gnanagangothri Campus

  • Engagement Mode

    Full Time

  • Study

    Three years

Overview

India’s food processing sector is one of the largest in the world, accounting for 32% of the country's overall food market. In 2022, India's food processing market was valued at INR 25,455 Billion. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects it to reach INR 45,345 Billion by 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5% during the forecasted period.

The B Sc Hons Food Processing and Technology is a specialised undergraduate programme designed to impart in-depth knowledge and skills in the science and technology of food production, preservation, and processing. Graduates of this programme are equipped to pursue diverse career paths in food manufacturing, quality control, research and development, and regulatory affairs within the food and beverage industry.

The B Sc Hons Food Processing and Technology syllabus encompasses a comprehensive curriculum covering food microbiology, quality assurance, food engineering, and nutritional aspects. The diverse scope of this programme ensures that graduates play a crucial role in addressing challenges and driving advancements in the ever-growing and globally significant field of food technology.

Program Objectives

  • A renowned establishment with a 62-year history
  • Ranked by NIRF and Accredited with NAAC A+
  • PhD faculty comprising experts from top institutions
  • Two hospitals on campus to promote research and in-depth learning
  • Well-equipped labs and advanced facilities for immersive, application-based learning
  • Expert guest lectures, workshops, group projects, and industry visits

Curriculum Details

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorial (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC101A Introduction to Food Technology-I (3+2) 3 4 5 100
2 FTC102A Food Nutrition and Dietetics (3+2) 3 4 5 100
3 FTC103A Principles of Food Science (3) 3 3 100
4 FTO101A Fundamentals of Food Processing OE1(1) 3 3 100
5 TSM101A English for Communication 1 (3) 3 3 100
6 CSM101A SEC-1: Digital Fluency/Basic Algorithm and Programming (1+2) 1 2 2 50
Total 16 10 21 550
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 26

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC104A Introduction to Food Technology-II (3+2) 3 4 5 100
2 FTC105A Bakery and Confectionery (3+2) 3 4 5 100
3 FTC106A Fundamentals of Fruits, Vegetables and Plantation Crops (3) 3 3 100
4 FTO102A Food Hygiene and Sanitation OE2 (3) 3 3 100
5 BTN101A Environmental Studies (2) 2 2 50
6 AHU101A Health and Wellness / Social and Emotional Learning (1+0+2) 1 2 2 50
Total 15 10 20 500
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 25

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC201A Food Microbiology (3+2) 3 4 5 100
2 FTC202A Food Chemistry-I (3+2) 3 4 5 100
3 FTC203A Technology of Cereals, Pulses and Oil Seeds (3) 3 3 100
4 FTO201A Nutrition in Health and Fitness OE3 (3) 3 3 100
5 TSM102A English for Communication-2 3 3 100
6 CSM201A Artificial Intelligence 1 2 2 50
7 BAU201A Innovation and Entrepreneurship 1 1 2 3 100
Total 17 1 12 24 650
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 29

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC204A Food Chemistry-II (3+2) 3 4 5 100
2 FTC205A Food Process Engineering-I (3+2) 3 4 5 100
3 FTC206A Food Laws and Standards (3) 3 3 100
4 FTO202A Food Industry Waste Management OE4 (3) 3 3 100
5 LAN101A Constitution of India and Human Rights 2 2 50
6 TSU202A Professional Communication 2 2 50
7 TSU203A Ethics and Self Awareness 1 2 2 50
Total 17 10 22 550
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 27

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC301A Food Process Engineering-II 3 4 5 100
2 FTC302A Food Quality Testing and Evaluation 3 4 5 100
3 FTC303A Food Business Management 3 3 100
4 FTE301A or FTE302A Introduction to Food Biotechnology
OR
Beverage Technology
3 3 100
5 TSN301A Project Management 3 3 50
6 CSM301A Cyber Security 1 2 2 50
7 DSU101A Sports / Yoga / NSS / R&R (S&G) / Cultural 1 2 2 50
Total 17 12 23 550
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 29

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC304A Industrial Microbiology 3 4 5 100
2 FTC305A Food-borne Diseases 3 4 5 100
3 FTC306A Food Packaging Technology 3 3 100
4 FTE303A or FTE304A Dairy Technology *
OR
Technology of Meat and Poultry *
3 3 100
5 FTC307A Research Methodology 3 3 100
6 TSN302A Personality Development and Soft Skills 2 2 50
7 FTI302A Internship/Training/Project – Group Project 4 2 50
Total 17 12 23 600
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 29

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTC401A Advanced Processing and Packaging Technology 3 4 5 100
2 FTC402A Food Storage and Preservation Technology 3 4 5 100
3 FTC403A Food Toxicology 3 3 100
4 FTE401A or FTE402A Emerging Technologies in Food Processing *
OR
Food Analysis and Instrumentation *
3 3 100
5 FTI403A Industrial Visit/Internship 4 2 100
Total 12 12 18 500
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 24

Sl. No. Code Course Title Theory (h/W/S) Tutorials (h/W/S) Practical (h/W/S) Total Credits Max. Marks
1 FTP401A Research Project/Internship* 40 21 200
Total 21 200
Total Number of Contact Hours per week 40
Total Credits (All Semesters) 172
Total Marks (All Semesters) 4100

Eligibility Criteria

  • Passed in 2nd PUC / 12th Std / Equivalent Exam from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as mandatory subjects. 
  • Admission selection process for University quota will be based on RUAS AT scores. CUET-UG scores are also accepted and RUAS AT will be exempted for these candidates.

Structure

Fee Structure

INR 175,000/- per year 

Intake

60 Seats

Career Path

  • Food Technologist
  • Food Standards Officer
  • Food Analyst
  • Bacteriologist
  • Food Inspector

FAQs

RUAS AT is conducted for admissions pertaining to respective subjects.

RUAS AT will be conducted once a year which will be updated in MSRUAS website.

Please reach out to us as the scheme may be timely modified based on rules and regulations.

RUAS AT is conducted offline in 2023.

Contact

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Department of Food Technology
Faculty of Life and Allied Health Sciences

Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences

Admission 2025

ADDRESS

Vidya Soudha (Heritage Block)

M. S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences,

Gnanagangothri Campus

New BEL Road

MSR Nagar, Bangalore - 560054