The Bachelor of Science in Food Engineering (English) at Ege University is a four-year undergraduate program taught entirely in English and designed to train competent food engineers with solid grounding in engineering sciences, food technology, processing and quality control. Students receive education in fundamental mathematics, chemistry and biology, along with specialized courses in food chemistry, food microbiology, processing technologies, food safety, quality assurance, and industrial food production techniques. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on laboratory work and industrial-oriented training, preparing graduates to meet national and global demands in the food industry. The full degree spans four years (eight semesters) and leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Engineering.
Located in İzmir at the Bornova campus, this English-medium program benefits from modern laboratories, experienced faculty and a curriculum that aligns with international engineering and food science standards. With a strong emphasis on both scientific fundamentals and applied food engineering practices — including food processing, analysis, safety, and sustainability — students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work in diverse sectors of the food industry, research, quality control, and production management, both in Turkey and abroad.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Standard period of study: 4 years (8 semesters)
- Location: İzmir
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, international)
- Admission semester: Fall semester only
- Area of study: Food Engineering, Food Science, Food Processing & Technology
- Admission modus: Without admission restriction (subject to entrance exam quotas)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Engineering & Food Science
- Calculus I / Mathematics & Basic Sciences
- General Chemistry
- Introduction to Food Engineering
- General Biology / Basic Natural Sciences
Semester 2 – Core Sciences & Fundamentals
- Calculus II / Statistics for Engineers
- Physics for Engineers
- Chemistry for Food Applications
- General Elective / University Requirement
Semester 3 – Food Chemistry & Microbiology Basics
- Food Chemistry I
- Food Microbiology I
- Materials & Process Fundamentals
- General Elective or Supporting Course
Semester 4 – Food Processing & Unit Operations
- Food Processing Technologies
- Unit Operations in Food Engineering
- Food Hygiene & Safety Fundamentals
- Elective Course I
Semester 5 – Advanced Food Technology & Quality Control
- Food Engineering Thermodynamics / Heat Transfer for Food Processes
- Food Analysis & Quality Control
- Food Packaging & Preservation Technologies
- Elective Course II
Semester 6 – Food Safety, Biotechnology & Industrial Applications
- Food Biotechnology / Functional Foods
- Food Safety & Regulatory Issues
- Process Design and Optimization for Food Industry
- Elective Course III
Semester 7 – Research, Product Development & Electives
- Product Development and Innovation in Food Industry
- Sensory Evaluation & Consumer Science
- Elective Course IV
- Elective Course V
Semester 8 – Graduation Project & Professional Preparation
- Final Year Project / Graduation Thesis in Food Engineering
- Elective Course VI
- Elective Course VII
- Professional Preparation & Portfolio / Internship or Industry Placement
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for a broad array of roles within the food industry and related sectors. Career paths include food production engineer, quality control/assurance specialist, food safety officer, process engineer, R&D engineer, product developer, food technologist, regulatory compliance specialist, or roles in quality laboratories. With English-medium education and international standards, graduates are also qualified for opportunities abroad or in multinational food companies.
Why Choose This Program
Joining the Food Engineering (English) program at Ege University offers a unique combination of rigorous engineering education and specialized food science expertise, delivered fully in English — ideal for those aiming for international careers or postgraduate studies. The program’s comprehensive curriculum covers everything from basic sciences to advanced food processing, safety, biotechnology, and industrial applications, ensuring graduates leave with both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
With modern laboratories, applied projects, and alignment with international food-engineering standards, students gain hands-on experience in food technology, quality control, and production processes. The program’s flexibility through elective courses and final-year project allows for specialization according to interests (e.g., biotechnology, food safety, product development), making it a strong foundation for careers in food industry, R&D, regulatory bodies or further academic work in food science and engineering.
Contact Information
Faculty of Engineering – Student Advisory Service
Ege University, Faculty of Engineering
Bornova Campus, 35100 İzmir, Türkiye
Tel: +90 232 311 10 10
Fax: +90 232 311 10 11
Email: info@euebf.ege.edu.tr
Food Engineering Department – Programme Contact
Food Engineering Department
Ege University, Faculty of Engineering
Bornova Campus, 35100 İzmir, Türkiye
Tel: +90 232 311 30 45
Email: food@ege.edu.tr
International Office – Ege University
Ege University International Office
Bornova Campus, 35100 İzmir, Türkiye
Tel: +90 232 311 10 10
Fax: +90 232 311 10 11
Email: internationaloffice@ege.edu.tr
