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Food Science Courses

Food science courses can help you learn about food safety, nutrition, sensory evaluation, and food processing techniques. You can build skills in recipe formulation, quality control, and understanding food chemistry. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing taste tests, laboratory equipment for testing food properties, and food modeling software to predict shelf life, allowing you to apply these skills in real-world food production and innovation.


Popular Food Science Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Accounting, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Materials Management, Inventory Management System, Process Optimization, Forecasting, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Capacity Management, Microsoft Excel, Performance Measurement, Order Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time: Information Theory & Games

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Tokyo

    Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Language Learning, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Water Quality

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Instrumental Music, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Linear Algebra, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time: Using Causal Information

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Clinical Trials, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Science, Strategic Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Treatment Planning, Personalized Service, A/B Testing, Machine Learning, Online Advertising

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Intro to Analytic Thinking, Data Science, and Data Mining

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Data Strategy, Data Science, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Big Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Small Data

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Prepare for the Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Marketing, Data Analysis, Resource Utilization, Marketing Effectiveness, Registration, Statistical Methods, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular food science courses

  • Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain: University of California, Irvine
  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Information Theory & Games: Johns Hopkins University
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1: The University of Tokyo
  • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
  • Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 1: Least Squares: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Using Causal Information: Johns Hopkins University
  • Intro to Analytic Thinking, Data Science, and Data Mining: University of California, Irvine

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