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Objectives
 
The Food Engineering course of study at the National University of Quilmes intends to apply engineering and science techniques to the manufacture, preservation, storage and transport of food.

The program’s objective is the technological modernization of the companies in the food sector and the implementation of current safe practices and quality regulations, required in the national and international markets.

Argentina is known for its important advantages in the primary production of food. The challenge of this course of study is to turn these comparative advantages into competitive ones, by incorporating added value to the food production process.
 
Program
 
In order to receive the Food Engineer Degree, students must obtain a minimum of 385 credits, by means of subjects passed in accordance with this chart:
:: Diploma in Science and Technology subjects (150 credits)
:: Higher level, compulsory basic subjects (160 credits) - Optional subjects (a minimum of 55 credits), to choose according to academic availability and student interests
:: Final work, with a minimum duration of 200 hours (20 credits), in one of the following modalities:
 
- Engineering project
- Qualified internship
- Research paper
   
   
 
Graduate Students Education
 
Graduate Students of the Food Engineering course of study are trained to apply their knowledge on food science, engineering and technology in order to solve problems that might arise in the food production chain.

The National University of Quilmes trains professionals prepared to constantly introduce improvements in their field of action. Graduate students will be able to research, design and develop new products in order to improve the population’s nutrition level, according to the current market needs.
     
     
   
     
     
 
     
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