What Do K-State Food Science Online Programs Offer? • Opportunities to gain knowledge about a diverse range of food science topics • Networking opportunities with nationally and internationally recognized professors and professionals in food science • Career advancement • Courses offered online to fit your busy schedule • No career interruption
Is Online Education Right for You? K-State food science distance education programs are ideal for individuals who are: • • • • •
Motivated to further their education Seeking scientific and practical knowledge about food products and processes Self-disciplined Committed to devoting free time to taking distance education courses Able to regularly access high speed Internet to participate in online classes
Program Questions: Online Degree Programs Kansas State University 1615 Anderson Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502 Phone: 785-532-5575 or 1-800-622-2578 Fax: 785-532-5637 Email: global@k-state.edu global.k-state.edu/courses/degrees
Food Science Institute Kansas State University 216 Call Hall Manhattan, KS 66506 Phone: 785-532-4057 Fax: 785-532-5861 Email: foodsci@k-state.edu foodsci.k-state.edu
Introduction Opportunities in the Food Science Field Individuals with the knowledge and experience to work in rapidly changing food science fields are in high demand. Graduates are needed to work in food quality assurance, food chemistry and microbiology, food safety and defense, processing technology and engineering, product development, and to manage and supervise sophisticated food manufacturing facilities.
A Leader in Food Science Distance Education
K-State’s Food Science program includes a bachelor’s degree completion program, master’s degree, and various certificates that can help you achieve your educational goals and gain the expertise you need to advance in the growing food science industry. • Bachelor’s degree completion program in food science and industry • Master’s degree in food science • Certificates in food science Food Safety and Defense Graduate Certificate Food Science Nondegree Undergraduate Certificate
Accreditation
Kansas State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (ncacihe.org), 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602, 1-800-621-7440.
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General Information Eligibility The Food Science and Industry Undergraduate Programs are open to students who live in the United States or are active duty American military and their dependents. Students residing in the United States or Canada are eligible to pursue graduatelevel distance education food science programs. Prospective students must hold a B.S. degree and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for regular admission.
Course Delivery Method Courses are offered online using K-State Online, a course management system designed to deliver an interactive, web-based classroom to students. K-State Online enables students with time and geographic constraints to take advantage of the flexibility of learning over the Internet. Distance course communication tools include email, message boards, streaming videos and chat rooms. Students must have access to a computer with a reliable high speed Internet connection to be successful in courses.
What are the computer requirements? Guidelines for computer requirements can be found online at: k-state.edu/its/buying
When do courses start? Fall term begins in late August, spring term begins in mid-January and summer term begins in early June.
What is the cost? K-State’s tuition rates are an exceptional value and are very competitive with those of other universities. Distance education fees are the same whether you are an outof-state student or a Kansas resident. Tuition includes a per-credit-hour charge and additional fees for services such as licensing, technical support and media services. Visit global.k-state.edu/courses for the total current cost of each course. Application fees are required for all programs. In addition, an administrative fee applies to students participating in the master’s program.
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General Information (Continued) What financial aid is available? Students enrolled in degree programs at Kansas State University may apply for several forms of financial aid. Financial aid arrangements are the responsibility of the student.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Information about Federal Student Aid is available on the K-State Office of Student Financial Assistance website at k-state.edu/sfa/fafsa. For assistance with processes or forms, please contact the K-State Office of Student Financial Assistance, 104 Fairchild, 785-532-6420 or 1-877-817-2287. Be sure to mention that you are a K-State Global Campus student.
Scholarships Global Campus students are encouraged to apply for scholarships, which are available to students in distance degree programs. More information about scholarships available to Global Campus students can be found at global.k-state.edu/students/services/schaolarships.
What student services are available? The K-State Global Campus is committed to aiding students in furthering their education. For more information about services for K-State Global Campus, visit global.k-state.edu/students/services.
“ I have had a great experience at KSU! All of the instructors have been understanding and quick to respond to my questions. The distance courses have allowed me to continue working full time while I finish my degree.� Jeff Rotondi, M.S. student
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Undergraduate Certificate (Nondegree)
An undergraduate certificate in food science requires the completion of 20 credit hours of food science or closely related courses. With an undergraduate certificate, you will gain more technical knowledge in the area of food science that will allow you to advance professionally. This certificate is for professionals working in the food industry who have some college credit or a bachelor’s degree in another field. Science pre-requisite(s) are necessary for completion of the coursework. The 20-hour, nondegree undergraduate certificate will provide an overview of food science.
How to Apply Apply online at global.k-state.edu/ag/foodscience. In the form you will be asked the following questions, and for the certificate you should answer as follows:
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Do you plan to complete a degree? No Are you seeking a post-degree minor? No Are you seeking a certificate? Yes Do you plan to take more than 15 credit hours at K-State? Yes Where will you be taking K-State courses? Distance Education
After answering these questions you will have the opportunity to select the Food Science Certificate from a list.
Starting Dates Fall term begins in late August, spring term begins in mid-January and summer term begins in early June. Students must take 20 credit hours of coursework, but they may select courses that fit their elligible educational goals/interests. A minimim of 12 credit hour must come from Food Science Industry coded (FDSCI) courses at the 300 level or higher. The remaining required credit hours may come from additional FDSCI coursework or any of the approved electives. Please see global.k-state.edu/food-science/certificate/ curriculum for a comprehensive listing of course options.
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Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program Program Requirements Before applying to the Food Science and Industry bachelor’s degree completion program, you must have already completed at least 30 college credit hours including the following transfer equivalent courses with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (“C” average or better): • ENGL 100 Expository Writing I • ENGL 200 Expository Writing II • COMM 106 Public Speaking • MATH 205 General Calculus/Linear Algebra OR MATH 220 Analytical Geometry & Calculus I • BIOL 198 Principles of Biology • BIOL 455 General Microbiology • CHM 210 Chemistry I • CHM 230 Chemistry II Food Business Operations Management Option The business option is designed for on-campus and distance students interested in intergrating food science with management, marketing, technical sales, international trade and communication. Industry and Technology Option The industry and technology option is designed for distance students with a heavy science background. This option prepares students for graduate school as well as careers in: • Product Development • Food Safety • Research • Quality Assurance For more information abour courses, please go to http://global.k-state.edu/ag/ foodscience/bachelors
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Application Process Apply online at: http://apply.ksu.edu/app/open/BDCPLanding_open.action?plan=bfdsci After completing the application, request official college transcript from each institution you have attended. All official transcripts need to be sent directly to the K-State Office of Admissions. Office of Admissions Kansas State University 119 Anderson Hall Manhattan, KS 66506-0102 Phone: 800-432-8270 / 785-532-6250 Email: k-state@k-state. edu
Deadline Dates
To be eligible to enroll in a given term, you must be admitted by the dates listed below: • August 1 for fall term • January 1 for spring term • May 1 for summer term It takes four to six weeks for an application to be processed once all materials have been received.
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Graduate Programs Food Science Master’s Degree Non-Thesis (course work only) Option – 34 credit hours The Non-Thesis option requires a minimum of 34 credit hours with 20-22 core credits and at least 18 hours at the 700 level or above. The core courses, as outlined below, are to ensure that the student possesses critical graduate level food science knowledge and communication skills. In addition to completion of course work, a final presentation and oral examination is administered on campus (Manhattan, Kan.) during the semester of anticipated graduation. This exam includes a public scientific presentation on a relevant topic followed by an oral examination by the student's graduate committee. This process is described in “Planning for the Final Oral Examination,” which is available on the Food Science Institute website, foodsci.k-state.edu/distancemasters.
Core Courses Block A – Required Core Courses (12 credits): ENGL 758 AGCOM 810 FDSCI 600 FDSCI 815 FDSCI 850 STATS 705
Scientific Writing Scientific Communication Microbiology of Food Food Chemistry Graduate Seminar/Food Science Regression and Analysis of Variance
3 hr 3 hr 2 hr 3 hr 1 hr 3 hr
Block B – Must take at least 3 out of 5 courses listed below (8-10 credits): HN 701 FDSCI 690 FDSCI 695 FDSCI 725 FDSCI 740
Sensory Analysis Principle of HACCP Quality Assurance of Food Products Food Analysis Research & Development of Food Products
Total core courses * Elective Courses (may include courses from Block B)
3 hr 2 hr 2 hr 3 hr 4 hr 20 credits 12 - 14 credits
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Report Option – 30 credit hours The report option can be pursued under special circumstances. For more information, please contact the graduate program chair, Dr. J. Scott Smith at jsschem@k-state.edu
Thesis Option – 30 credit hours The thesis option can be pursued under special circumstances. For more information, please contact the graduate program chair, Dr. J. Scott Smith at jsschem@k-state.edu
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Food Safety and Defense Graduate Certificate The 12-credit Food Safety and Defense Graduate Certificate will prepare students to meet the challenges of accidental or deliberate food contamination within the food industry, protect public health and minimize foodborne illnesses. This graduate certificate program is offered through the AG Interactive Distance Education Alliance (AG*IDEA), a consortium of accredited universities offering online graduate programs with online courses taught by the best faculty in the discipline.
Food Safety and Defense Curriculum – 12 credit hours Certificate Requirements The certificate program requires 12 credit hours comprised of core and elective courses, as outlined below. Students must complete the required 12 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and may have no grade lower than a “B” in any certificate program course.
Core Requirements: 8 credits – Must take four courses from the list below. FDSCI 600 FDSCI 690 FDSCI 730 FDSCI 731 FDSCI 750 FDSCI 820
Food Microbiology Principles of HACCP A Multidisciplinary Overview of Food Safety and Security Food Protection and Defense—Essential Concepts Food Toxicants Advanced Food Microbiology and Biotechnology
Elective Courses (minimum 4 hours) AGEC 710 AGEC 805 AGEC 810 DMP 754 DMP 806 DMP 816 FDSCI 713 FDSCI 725 FDSCI 751 FDSCI 753 FDSCI 791
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Comparative Food and Agriculture Systems Agricultural Marketing Price, Income and Agriculture Trade Policies Introduction to Epidemiology Environmental Toxicology Trade and Agriculture Health Rapid Methods and Automation in Microbiology Food Analysis Food Laws and the Regulatory Process Risk Assessment for Food, Ag and Vet Med Advanced Application of HACCP Principles
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3 hr 3 hr 3 hr 3 hr 2 hr 3 hr 3 hr 3 hr 3 hr 3 hr 2 hr
Elective Courses (Continued) FDSCI 810 FDSCI 815 FDSCI 961
Fermented Foods Advanced Food Chemistry Graduate Program in Food Science
2 hr 3 hr Varies
For a list of elective courses please visit the website. Other courses as deemed appropriate by the graduate program chair may be accepted.
AG*IDEA Universities Participating universities in this AG*IDEA program include Kansas State University, Iowa State University, University of Missouri-Columbia, and University of Nebraska-Lincoln. For more information, visit agidea.org.
Program Requirements for Master’s and Certificate Programs In addition to a bachelor’s degree, requirements for entering the master’s degree program in food science and the food safety and defense graduate certificate are courses completed in: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Mathematics, including college algebra and calculus Statistics Biochemistry Organic Chemistry Physics Microbiology Botany, zoology or biology
The student’s supervisory committee will review individual programs to determine if additional course work is required to resolve course deficiencies.
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Administrative Fee An administrative per term fee (three terms per year), from start to finish of the degree requirements, is charged in addition to the cost of courses. The fee is paid each term regardless of the number of credit hours taken. For additional information, see foodsci.k-state.edu/students-and-programs/distanceeducation/master-of-science.html. If the fee is not paid, the student is dropped from the program and must reapply to continue.
How to Apply For the food science master’s program or graduate certificate apply online at: k-state.edu/grad/admissions/applications-process/ In addition to the completed application form, you must submit the following: • • • •
Three letters of recommendation Official transcripts of all previous college work A short statement of objectives If currently completing a B.S. degree, you may submit a current transcript and, if admitted, will receive provisional acceptance pending submission of an official transcript showing completion of a bachelor’s degree • GRE scores • International Students will need to provide an English Proficiency Test
Deadlines The application packet deadline for fall term admission is April 15 and the deadline for spring admission is September 15.
Student Access Center
A student with a disability who wishes to request accommodations for a credit course should contact the Student Access Center (k-state.edu/accesscenter, 785-532-6441, or email accesscenter@k-state.edu) and their course instructor. Early notification is requested to ensure that accommodations can be provided in a timely manner.
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FOOD SCIENCE ONLINE PROGRAMS Kansas State University Food Science Institute global.k-state.edu/ag/foodscience
CONTACT INFORMATION Program Questions: Online Degree Programs Kansas State University 1615 Anderson Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502 Phone: 785-532-5575 or 1-800-622-2578 Fax: 785-532-5637 Email: global@k-state.edu global.k-state.edu/courses/degrees
Food Science Institute Kansas State University 216 Call Hall Manhattan, KS 66506 Phone: 785-532-4057 Fax: 785-532-5861 Email: foodsci@k-state.edu foodsci.k-state.edu
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