School of Land and Environment Master of Food Science

208-735 Food Microbiology

The aim of this subject is to provide students with an understanding of Food Microbiology.  The content includes:

  • overview of important microorganisms in foods
  • microbial metabolism
  • nature of microbial growth in food
  • action of microorganisms on food components
  • predictive microbiology
  • microorganisms of importance for the food industry
  • microorganisms of potential food safety concern
  • genetically modified microorganisms
This subject is supported by a practical laboratory program, which emphasizes modern and instrumental microbiological techniques.

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