Study program: Gastronomy and food technology

  • Join the joint study program with the Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences Bitola

  • Take your passion for gastronomy and food technology to the next level with our master’s program, designed to deepen your knowledge and expertise in the dynamic field of culinary practices and food science

  • Upgrade to the science of gastronomy by exploring the latest advances in food technology, culinary innovation and nutritional science

  • The joint program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, enabling you to analyze real-world phenomena, engage in diverse projects and develop innovative solutions to address the challenges facing the tourism industry today

Academic title:

  • Master in Gastronomy and Food Technology

  • Master in Gastronomy and Food Technology

Period:

  • 1 year

  • 60 ECTS

Head of Department

Prof. Dr. Pere Aslimoski

 

 

Detailed study program

Semester 9

Code Name Mandatory / Elective ECTS
FTU-FBN GPTZ101 COOKING TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGIES M 10
FTU-FBN GPTZ102 METHODOLOGY OF EXAMINATION OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS M 10
FTU-FBN GPT1XX Elective E 5
FTU-FBN  GPT1XX Elective E 5

Gastronomic geography

Food supply chain management

Negotiation skills and strategies

Standardization in hospitality

Language standards in the hospitality offer

Management accounting

Management of sales of services

Chemical food safety

Biological food safety

Selected chapters on aquaculture and apiculture

Machinery, equipment and food packaging

Semester 10

Code Name Mandatory / Elective ECTS
FTU-FBN GPTZ201 MODERN TECHNOLOGIES FOR MILK PROCESSING M 8
FTU-FBN GPTZ202 MODERN TECHNOLOGIES FOR PROCESSING MEAT, FISH AND EGGS M 7
FTU-FBN GPT2XX Elective E 5
  Master thesis M 10

Food microstructure

Sensory analysis of food

Food quality management systems

Human resource Management

Insurance in hospitality

Gastronomic events

project management

Legal regulation in hospitality

Sustainability in the hospitality industry

Career opportunities

With our Master’s Degree in Gastronomy and Food Technology, you’ll open up a world of exciting career opportunities. There are four key areas where your degree can lead you:

  • Food Product Development Specialist: Masters can pursue careers as food product development specialists, working in food manufacturing companies or research institutions. They use their knowledge of gastronomy and food technology to create innovative food products, conduct sensory evaluations and ensure the development of safe and high-quality food products.
  • Culinary Researcher: With advanced expertise in gastronomy and food technology, masters can work as culinary researchers, researching culinary trends, experimenting with new ingredients and techniques, and contributing to the development of new culinary concepts and practices.
  • Quality Assurance Specialist: Masters can develop as quality assurance specialists, ensuring that food products meet industry standards, regulations and consumer expectations. They establish quality control protocols, conduct inspections and implement food safety measures to guarantee the highest level of product quality and safety.
  • Food Technology Consultant: With extensive knowledge of gastronomy and food technology, Masters can work as consultants, providing expert advice to food businesses, restaurants and culinary establishments. They offer guidance on food safety, production processes, culinary innovation and the implementation of advanced food technologies to boost efficiency and profitability.

These are just a few of the exciting career paths that await you with a master’s degree in gastronomy and food technology. The possibilities are endless, and your degree will open the doors to a fulfilling professional journey.