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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Chemicals and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Chemistry, Environmental Laws, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Policy, Case Studies, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Bachelor of Science in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Process Design, Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Change, Process Mapping, Statistical Methods, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Innovation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Training and Development, Virtual Teams, Databases, Cost Accounting, International Finance, Research, Team Management, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Education for the Consumer

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Psychology, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

    ★ 4.6 (198) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Sports Nutrition and Training: Innovation Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Collaboration, Physical Stamina, Performance Analysis, Sports Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Coaching, Nutrition Education, Innovation, Automation, AI Personalization, Teamwork, Performance Reporting, Technology Solutions, Data Management, Health Technology, Communication

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Science of Eating Well for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Education, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Clinical Nutrition, Biology, Critical Thinking, Health Assessment, Physiology, Biochemistry, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Athletic Training, Anatomy, Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Building Blocks of Nutrition for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Health Assessment, Health Education, Biochemistry, Psychology, Physiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Athletic Training, Health Care

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Failure Analysis, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Engineering Calculations

    ★ 4.5 (203) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Risk Management, Real Estate, Legal Risk, Water Resource Management, Balance Sheet, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain Systems, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Supply Chain Management, Consumer Behaviour

    ★ 4.8 (82) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Cooking for Busy Healthy People

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Resourcefulness, Food and Beverage, Adaptability, Innovation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Deductive Reasoning, Peer Review, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Cultural Diversity, Descriptive Statistics, Communication

    ★ 4.4 (285) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • O

    Olay

    Cosmetic Formulation Science

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Procedures, Verification And Validation, Safety Standards, Chemistry, Experimentation, Product Testing, Scientific Methods, Product Design, Personal protective equipment, Materials science, Product Development, Record Keeping, Personal Care, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

    ★ 4.7 (128) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular food science courses

  • Chemicals and Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Bachelor of Science in Marketing: University of London
  • Nutrition Education for the Consumer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Sports Nutrition and Training: Innovation Assets: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • The Science of Eating Well for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • The Building Blocks of Nutrition for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
  • Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Cooking for Busy Healthy People: Stanford University

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