About the course

The certificate in Food Technology provides knowledge and practical experience for students to have an advanced experience with food technology methods, food components, and product development. Individuals that complete this certificate will be well prepared to advance in their career paths in the food industry or to start their own food technology-based initiatives. Given the strong interest in food processing and development practices, individuals with the type of training provided by this certificate will be in high demand. Individuals may be in career paths that include product development, quality assurance, food safety, regulatory or food law. Complete the graduate certificate as a stand-alone credential or stacked into the Professional Science (M.S.). Even better, it is available online, making it a great option for working professionals wishing to enhance their skills in a critical area. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Brookings
Fall (August), 2024	Brookings
Spring (January), 2025	Brookings
Fall (August), 2025	Brookings
Spring (January), 2026	Brookings

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for South Dakota State University

A minimum GPA of 3.0 to receive unconditional admission.

　　A professional academic transcript evaluation for degrees earned outside the United States(This requirement cannot be waived unless your highest degree was earned or will be earned in the U.S. prior to enrollment at SDSU).

　　If you are completing your bachelor's degree at the time of application, you may submit an incomplete evaluation. If you are accepted, a complete transcript and/or evaluation with completed degree will be required by the end of your first semester of coursework.

　　Official U.S. transcripts where a degree is earned (or will be earned), and official U.S. transcripts where graduate level coursework has been taken.

　　TOEFL: 71 Internet-based

　　TOEFL Essentials: 7.5

　　IELTS: 6.0

　　Duolingo: 100

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at South Dakota State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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