University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Master's degree in food technology and nutrition
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria

Master's degree in food technology and nutrition

Wels, Austria

MSc

6 semesters

German

Full time

30 Jun 2026

Oct 2026

EUR 363 / per semester *

On-Campus

* plus the ÖH contribution for students from EU and EEA countries | for students from third countries: €726.72 per semester

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Key Summary

    About : The Master's degree in food technology and nutrition focuses on advanced concepts in food science and human nutrition. This program provides students with in-depth knowledge of food production, safety, and the nutritional aspects influencing health. Students engage in practical experiences that prepare them for real-world applications in various food sectors.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in multiple fields, including food research, nutrition consultancy, quality assurance, and product development. They may work for food manufacturers, health organizations, or governmental agencies, focusing on improving food safety standards and nutritional quality.

Develop the food of our future

Food technology is an interdisciplinary, technological field with closely interlinked areas of knowledge. The focus is on the new and further development of technologies and products. The conservation of natural resources, process optimization and production efficiency are the driving forces in the food industry in order to be able to offer the healthiest possible products at competitive prices and at the same time the highest possible quality.

Important facts

Graduates manage, secure, develop and improve the product development and production of food. In doing so, they take nutritional and food law criteria into account. The field of application also lies in the research and development of new foods, in production as well as in quality assurance and quality control in the entire food sector. The knowledge in the field of nutrition and raw materials also makes the graduates contact persons for both product developers and for Marketing . A career is also possible in the food trade, which has a need for academics trained in food technology due to the increasing proportion of own brands.

  • Organizational form: Full-time
  • Academic degree: Master of Science in Engineering (MSc)
  • Admission procedure: consultation and admission interview
  • Costs: Information on tuition fees and ÖH contribution
  • Duration of study: 4 semesters
  • Language: German
  • ECTS: 120
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