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Nutrition and Food Science has a new fermentation major to support Maryland craft beverage, food industries

Students Will Explore Science Behind Ancient Method of Food Preservation

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The Department of Nutrition and Food Science (NFSC) at the University of Maryland’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is a leader in innovative and cutting-edge research, undergraduate and graduate education, and outreach activities. Faculty and staff prepare students for careers in global food and health systems including the food industry, state and federal regulatory agencies, healthcare, food and nutrition policy, community nutrition, and dietetics. 

Our comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs will enable students to not only learn basic knowledge and laboratory skills in food science, nutritional science, and/or dietetics, but also learn critical thinking and communication skills.

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Welcome to NFSC at UMD!

We strive to prepare students for careers in the dynamic and global food industry, public health, and community nutrition sectors, health care, or biomedical research. NFSC houses the University of Maryland College Park Dietetic Internship as well as interdepartmental graduate programs in both Food Science and Nutrition.

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