Diploma in Food Science

Diploma in Food Science

For Whom

This Programme will be of interest to Those who would like to gain basic theoretical knowledge and practical training in the field of Food Science and applications in the Food Industry.
Those who are employed in the Food Industry and seek an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Courses –

Fundamentals of Chemistry and Biology for Food Science
Basic Mathematics and Statistics for Food Science
Introduction to Food Science and Constituents of Food
Food Microbiology and Food spoilage
Food Preservation and Processing
Quality Assurance in Food Industry
Laboratory sessions in Food Science
Novel applications in Food Industry

Admission–

(a) Passed G.C.E (A/L) in Science stream with Chemistry as a subject or Technology stream with Bio systems technology
(b) Passed in three(03) subjects including Chemistry (equivalent to 60 credits) at Foundation Level courses offered by the Open University Sri Lanka
(c) Successfully completed a NVQ level 5 qualification and a minimum of three years’ experience in Food / Food related Industry
(d) An equivalent or a higher qualification acceptable to the Senate of The Open University of Sri Lanka.

Application