Programme Aims

The programme aims to equip graduates with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in food science and safety, including food chemistry, nutritional science, food microbiology, food sensory and evaluation, food toxicology and quality control and food safety management.   A broad spectrum of these modules is designed to well facilitate students’ competency to perform effectively in the food, nutrition and catering industries as well as to solve the technical problematic issues related to the field of food science and safety.   It will also provide students with generic management skills, work integrated learning either in local or overseas food and related industries for strengthening their employability in the competitive community. 

Career Prospects

Career Prospects Graduates may pursue in the following careers:

• Food Scientists / Technologists
• Hygiene Supervisors
• Quality Control Officers
• Food Supply Chain Auditors
• Government Health Inspectors
• Food Production Supervisors
• Global Food Buyers

Professional Recognition

The programme is accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) and is recognised by the Qualifications Framework (QF).   The programme has been also approved by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) of the Hong Kong Government.   Successful completion of this course, their qualification have been covered and exempted from the examination to obtain the registration of the Food Hygiene Manager under the scheme.  Graduates are entitled to apply for membership of the Hong Kong Food Professional Association, Hong Kong Food Hygiene Administrators Association, International Food Safety Association, Hong Kong Food Science and Technology and Institute of Food Technologists, USA. They may also apply for the Certified Testing Professional (Food Testing) under the Professional Certification Scheme for Testing Personnel, administered by the Hong Kong Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (HKTIC). 

Entrance Requirements

Entrance Requirements for Year 1:

Please refer to the General Entrance Requirements for details 

Programme-specific Requirements:

1. For HKDSE, a maximum of two Applied Learning (ApL) subjects can be counted for admission purpose. Relevant ApL subjects include: Foundation in Chinese Medicine, Fundamental Health Care, Health Care Practice, Medical Laboratory Science.
2. Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Entrance Requirements for Year 3:

Higher Diploma OR equivalent sub-degree qualifications/studies in a relevant area of study.
Remarks:

1. Additional core modules are required (with fee charged) for sub-degree graduates according to the educational background of individuals.
2. All applicants are screened and selected by an Admission and Interview Panel. All interviews are conducted in English.
3. For enquiry please contact Department of Food and Health Sciences (Telephone No: 2176 1487 or Email: thei-dfhs@thei.edu.hk). 

Tuition Fee

• The tuition fees are charged according to the number of credit points taken during a semester.
• The tuition fee for academic year 2024/25 is $3,235 per credit point (for Local Student) and $3,720 per credit point (for Non-local Student). Tuition fees are subject to annual reviews.