Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The UGA Culinary Science and Nutrition Program provides a multidisciplinary education combining food science, nutrition, and culinary arts. This degree equips graduates for opportunities in the food sector, including roles in production, quality management, and product innovation. Students explore ingredient functionality in various food products while mastering analytical techniques to assess food properties like color, acidity, thickness, and water content. The program also covers sensory analysis - evaluating appearance, smell, taste, and texture - crucial for developing consumer-approved food formulations. These skills prepare students for practical applications in both commercial kitchens and industrial food production settings.