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Food Science and Technology

Future food inventors
Food technology, like human nutrition, is constantly evolving. And that requires smart food creators. This programme provides you with the knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, nutrition and technology to meet the challenges of food safety, quality and sustainability. Our Food Science and Technology study programme also covers the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, so you can develop ideas and create innovative solutions that could lead to starting your own business. It’s the only university programme in Lithuania that trains food technology professionals.

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Programme values

KTU lecturers – friendly, positive, and professionally active in their research fields – share knowledge with students in an open discussion. These encounters help create a motivating and inclusive academic environment.
Valued by industry leaders

The only programme in Lithuania with a long track record of training food technology professionals. Recognised by food companies, it meets the needs of modern industry and gives graduates a competitive edge in the job market.

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Inspiring learning environment

You will learn from seasoned experts who will share the latest knowledge in food science and technology. Throughout your studies, you will deepen your theoretical understanding and develop practical skills in modern food chemistry, microbiology, food technology, and research laboratories, working with advanced equipment.

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Real-world cases

During your studies, you will engage in creative work in laboratories equipped with analytical and pilot-scale technological equipment, receive consultations from industry practitioners, and learn from experts while solving real technological challenges.

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New Freedom to shape your path

This study programme offers a flexible learning pathway, allowing you to focus on innovation, pedagogy, or challenge-based learning. Additionally, you can choose an academic or career mentor to guide your studies and professional development.

In this study programme, you can choose the following study paths:

Career opportunities

Design innovative food products, optimise production technologies, and manage processes to ensure safety and quality. Build your professional future in the field of food technology.
You will learn how to carry out physical, chemical and microbiological analyses of foods and how to use modern technological, analytical and software tools to analyse the nutritional value, quality and safety of products, solve technological challenges and develop innovative solutions. Hands-on research and modern laboratory equipment will ensure that you are prepared for the global marketplace.

Here are some of the careers you can pursue after your studies:

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Food Technologist, Nutritionist

Organises technological production processes, ensures the safety of employees and production processes, and ensures the quality of the products produced. Prepares nutritional plans and implements preventive programmes related to healthy eating.

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Food Safety and Quality Controller, Analytical Laboratory Specialist

Checks the quality and safety of the raw materials used in production, the technological process and the products manufactured. Ensures compliance with health and hygiene standards, labelling and other requirements, assesses the quality of the company’s performance and makes recommendations.

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Product Development Specialist

They design, develop and implement new products, prepare specifications, find and test innovations. They work with other professionals on a wide range of projects and help shape public opinion on food technology.

Admission requirements and programme structure

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Field – food technology
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Form, duration full-time studies (4 yr.)
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Study typeday-time, on-campus
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Location – Kaunas, Faculty of Chemical Technology
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Language – english, lithuanian
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Degree awarded – bachelor of technological sciences
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Yearly price i : full-time studies – 4108 €, price per credit – 68,47 €
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Information Technologies 1 6 On-campus learning
Inorganic Chemistry 6 On-campus learning
Introduction to Food Science and Technologies 6 On-campus learning
Mathematics 1 6 On-campus learning

Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Media Philosophy 6 Blended learning
Sustainable Development 6 Blended learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Cell and Tissue Biology 6 On-campus learning
General Organic Chemistry 6 On-campus learning
Mathematics 2 6 On-campus learning
Physics 1 6 On-campus learning

Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Academic and Technical Communication in English (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in French (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in German (Level C1) 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Bioorganic chemistry 6 On-campus learning
Chemical and Instrumental Analysis 6 On-campus learning
Microbiology 6 On-campus learning
Physical and Colloid Chemistry 6 On-campus learning
Theory of Probability and Statistics 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Food Chemistry and Analysis 9 On-campus learning
Food Microbiology and Hygiene 6 On-campus learning
Food Sensory Evaluation 3 On-campus learning
Principles of Biochemistry 6 On-campus learning
Process Engineering 1 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Engineering Graphics 6 On-campus learning
Food Technology 1 12 On-campus learning
Nutrition and Metabolism 6 On-campus learning
Process Engineering 2 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Catering Technology 3 On-campus learning
Food Technologies 2 12 On-campus learning
Packaging Materials and Technologies 3 On-campus learning

Group of Electives (Select 12 cr.)

Optional Subjects 2025 6
Product Development Project 12 On-campus learning
Technology Entrepreneurship 6 On-campus learning

Electives 1 (Select 6 cr.)

Future Foods and Technologies 6 On-campus learning
Principles of Molecular Gastronomy 6 On-campus learning
Module name Credits Method of organisation
Bachelor’s Degree Final Project 15 On-campus learning
Food Quality and Safety 6 On-campus learning
Professional Internship 2 9 On-campus learning
Good to know
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Blended - learning on the university premises and online.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
  • Module - a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
  • Credit - a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
  • On-campus - learning on the university premises.
Proficiency in English IELTS ≥ 5.5, TOEFL ≥ 75, CEFR ≥ B2, or equivalent.
Eligibility criteria: High school certificate.Maximum 3 years after high school graduation.

Minimum average grade (CGPA) >60% in each entry subject.

Transcript requirements: Obtain a suitable transcript from your school.

If unavailable, provide official translations and verified copies of the original documents.

Accepted languages: English / Russian.
Document legislation: The documents must be legalised (Apostille) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the documents were issued.

This requirement does not apply to the EU and Belarus, Ukraine documents.

0,4 final exam mathematics
0,4 final exam chemistry or physics, or biology, or information technologies, or geography
0,2 final exam English language
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Testimonials

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The KTU community helped me to understand my value and encouraged me to try new things. I used to be an introvert, but in a safe environment, surrounded by motivated people, I started to step out of my comfort zone: to take part in hackathons, student-organised activities, and even to study for half a year in another part of the world. Looking back at myself before and seeing myself now, I am sure I am on the right track.

Liepa Petrošiūtė
2nd year student
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Creating products that will reach hundreds of thousands or even millions of consumers is not only a big challenge, but also a very inspiring one. We are developing innovative technologies, building new production lines and thinking about products that are not only tasty but also environmentally friendly. Food Science and Technoogy studies at KTU are the perfect choice for those who want to realise their potential.

Vaida Žitlinskaitė
Director of Product and Technology Development Department, BIOVELA Group
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Working with the introduction of food ingredients and innovative solutions in the food industry, I notice that graduates of KTU Food Science and Technology graduates stand out for their high competence, excellent knowledge of technologies and ability to create innovative products. Their strong theoretical and practical training allows them to successfully enter the workforce and take up important positions in industry, from technologists to production managers.

Remigijus Žiaukas
CEO, Genba Taste

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FAQ

A career in food technology is a promising one, as the field is constantly growing and requires specialists who are able to create innovative food products while ensuring their quality and safety. Food technologists also play a key role in improving sustainability and efficiency within the industry.

Lectures usually take place during the day, and attendance at practical sessions, assessments and theoretical lectures is compulsory in the first years. However, the ability to combine work and study depends on the nature and workload of the job, as well as the student’s motivation and ability to balance the two commitments.

The Food Science and Technology study programme offered by KTU is the only bachelor’s programme in the field of technology in Lithuania that trains specialists in food technology and grants a bachelor’s degree in technological sciences. Unlike other universitie, which offer food study programs based on natural science knowledge and grant a degree in agricultural sciences, this programme focuses on practical skills in the field of food technology.

 

Contacts

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International Studies Office
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Studentų St. 50, LT-51368 Kaunas
email international@ktu.lt

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Radvilėnų pl. 19, LT-50299 Kaunas
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