1. Program Objective

Editor Notes: This program is to equip students with ability to engage in teaching, scientific research, manufacturing, and management jobs in the field of Food Science.

The program aims to cultivate quality specialists who are well-developed morally, intellectually, and physically. Students are required to have good characters and fine scholarship, rigorous learning spirits, and team spirit; be equipped with solid theoretical foundation, specialized knowledge, and experimental skills in Food Science; be well informed with the technological developing trends of this discipline; have strong abilities to undertake independent scientific research, design, and teaching assignment. Graduates are expected to be competent to engage in teaching, scientific research, manufacturing, and management jobs in the field of Food Science.

2. Curriculum

Editor Notes: This program includes basic courses, compulsory courses and elective courses.

3. Program Speciality

Editor Notes: There are 9 specialities to meet different students' interests.

• (1) Food Biotechnology
• (2) Food Biochemistry
• (3) Food Processing and Preservation
• (4) Food Engineering
• (5) Protein Chemistry and Nutrition
• (6) Lipid Chemistry and Engineering
• (7) Functional Carbohydrate
• (8) Marine Food Engineering
• (9) Food Safety and Control

4. International Students

Editor Notes: You can know more about SCUT from international students' view.

Syria, Undergraduate Student Civil Engineering(English Medium) I have lived in China for the past 12 years, I heard a lot about SCUT from a very young age. SCUT delivers very advanced teachings which caught my attention.The time I spent in SCUT so far has shown me how incredibly nice and helpful the teachers and students are. Though the research I have done about SCUT I have found out that it has one of the best engineering courses in Guangdong. Therefore I selected SCUT to further my education because I believe it can help me fulfill my potential by unleashing the love of engineering in me.

Malaysia, Undergraduate Student International Economics and Trade(English Medium) Winner of SCUT International Scholarship For Excellence（First Class Honor） Winner of Guangdong Provincial Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship I've never regretted choosing SCUT as my option to further my studies. SCUT is one of the top achieving universities in China, and they also provide a very good environment for all the students, from the school facilities to the dormitory, everything is decent. Besides, their syllabus offers a wide range of courses and all the knowledge i learnt definitely helps me to build a better future. Teachers and staffs in SCUT have been very welcoming to foreign students and it makes me feel warm, like i am at home. Living abroad alone is not easy at all but the people here make this journey colourful. Furthermore, the events and activities held in SCUT encourages involvement of foreign students. In the International Students' Union, we get to organise and run events which help us create lots of precious memories in our university life. All in all, my journey in SCUT was nothing but genuine contentment. Come join us in SCUT!

5. School Introduction

Editor Notes: SCUT is a key comprehensive research-oriented university under Project 985 and Project 211.

South China University of Technology (SCUT) is one of China's leading universities. South China University of Technology is a key comprehensive research-oriented university under Project 985 and Project 211. It operates under the direct leadership of the State Ministry of Education. SCUT is a member of Project 985 and Project 211 which means top excellent in teaching and research, it is one of the universities approved by MOE to accept international students on Chinese Government Scholarships, Learn More>>

6. Campus Life

Editor Notes: International students enjoy the wonderful life in the campus.

(1) Bachelor's degree diploma and transcripts with good record. Those who have not graduated from undergraduate program, submit a pre-graduation certificate, or a testimonial which shows your expected graduation time and present your original certification, transcripts, and translations when you register.

(2) Language requirements for English Medium programs (only for non-English speaking countries) (language certificate must be valid for the latest 2 years):

• TOEFL IBT 80 or above

• IELTS 6.0 or above

(3) Those students who are exempt from submitting an English Language Certificate must meet the following conditions:

• A citizen of an English-speaking country

• Obtained the highest-level degree of education from an institution operating in English and submitting a proof of English instruction

(4) A pre-acceptance letter signed by SCUT professors or associate professors.

(5) For MBA program applicants, must meet one of the following conditions and pass the evaluation of MBA center:

• Obtained at least 3 years of work experiences after the undergraduate degree

• Obtained at least 2 years of work experiences after the postgraduate degree

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Passport photo

Within six months.

*3. Passport Copy (Valid duration covers your study period at SCUT)

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)

*4. English test result(TOEFL/IELTS)

*5. 2 recommendation letters

Written in English from two respectable professors. including professors' contact no, email address and handwritten signature

*6. Personal Statement/Study Plan/Research Proposal

500 words minimum.

*7. Bachelor's Degree diploma

Those who have not graduated from undergraduate program, submit a Pregraduation Certificate, or a testimonial which shows your expected graduation time and present your original certification, transcripts and their translations when you register.

*8. Undergraduate transcript

Academic Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.

*9. Foreigner Physical Examination Form

Please take it to hospital to have a checkup with all items, including personal information, photo, checking date, doctors' suggestion and signature.

*10. A pre-acceptance letter of supervisor issued by SCUT professors or associate professors.

More about the supervisor contact information:https://www2.scut.edu.cn/sie_en/1197/list.htm

11. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.

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