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Food Technologies

Field of studies
Technology science
Qualification
Professional Bachelor of Technological Sciences
Form and duration
Full-time (3 years)
Lithuanian language
Programme code
6531FX002

Why study this programme?

Food Technology study programme is the only one in Western Lithuania that trains food specialists with higher education, and the orientation towards fish products producers in the Western Lithuania region differs from other study programmes in the field of Food Technology by mastering new and modern fish production technologies.
This study programme should be chosen by those who like to experiment in the kitchen, for whom the quality of food is important, because the main goal of the work of a food technologist is to create delicious, healthy, nutritious and attractive foods and organize their production. Knowledge of production, knowledge and practical skills in food chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, engineering, business management and economics are not enough to produce it.

The food industry is one of the most important and largest branches of the Lithuanian economy, the volumes of food production and exports are constantly growing, and the requirements for product quality and safety are increasing, therefore the graduates of the programme have good opportunities to get a job or start their own business.

Program’s Uniqueness

The KVK Food Technology study program is the only one in Western Lithuania that prepares food industry specialists with higher education. The program places a strong emphasis on innovations, the latest technologies, and sustainability aspects, encouraging students to think about the environmental impact of food production, social responsibility issues, and ethical business standards.

Study environment

The programme focuses on the needs of Western Lithuania, with a focus on technologies of fish production.

Career

A graduate will have access to work in food production enterprises and public catering establishments as a technologist, a master, a laboratory worker, a representative on quality and safety of foodstuffs or create and manage own company.

Contact person

Sigutė Ežerskienė Head of Food Technology and Nutrition Department

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Goal of the program

To train highly qualified food technology specialists who possess the knowledge, practical abilities and skills that are required for the development of new products with an ability to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis. To ensure the improvement of existing food production technology and the introduction of new ones, and to provide solutions to technological problems by ensuring the quality of food products and safety at food processing and catering companies.

Subjects

SubjectECTS credits
I semester

Professional Foreign Language (English)

3

Professional Communication

3

Mathematics

4

General Chemistry

6

Introduction to Food Technology

5

Fundamentals of Food Preparation Technology

6

Computerized Information Management

3

II semester

Philosophy/Communication Psychology

3

Environmental and Human Safety

3

Microbiology and Sanitation

6

Physical Chemistry

3

Plant-based Food Technology and Equipment

9

Introductory Internship

6
III semester

Plant-Based Food Technologies and Equipment

3

Nutrition

3

Organic Chemistry and Basics of Biochemistry

6

Applied Research Methodology

3

Principles of Management

3

Animal-based Food Technologies and Equipment

6

Business Internship

6

IV semester

Animal-Based Food Technologies and Equipment

3

Food Law

3

Food Chemistry and Analysis

6

Sensory Analysis

3

Food Quality and Safety Management

3

Elective Course

3

Food Technology Internship

9
V semester

Food Quality and Safety Management

6

Sustainable Food Production and Environmental Sustainability

3

Food Industry Technological Process Engineering

3

Economics of Food Enterprises

6

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

3

Laboratory Food Research

3

Food Production Process Research Internship

6
VI semester

Laboratory Food Research

3

Food Production Process Design

3

Elective Subject

3

Final Internship

9

Final Thesis

12

Study results

  • You will develop new food products, perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, determine their nutritional composition, implement advanced technologies, and improve existing ones.
  • You will create health-oriented and functional food products, considering the latest scientific achievements worldwide.
  • You will manage food production processes, ensuring the quality and safety of food products.

Admissions

40%

Mathematics

20%

Chemistry

20%

Lithuanian language and literature

20%

Weighting factor for any subject that does not overlap with the first and second

Praktikos

The title of the practice

Activities during the practice

Scope of the practice (in credits)

Scope of the practice (in percentages)

Duration of the practice (in hours)

Introductory practice

They will become familiar with food production companies, their activities, food production technological processes, food production equipment, raw material and finished product quality assessment, storage and preservation conditions, preventive food safety systems, company sanitation and hygiene. They will also improve general and specialized skills and competencies.

615,0
720

Business practice

During the practice, students will simulate the operations of a company in the food production sector: they will organize, plan, and control the work of the company and its departments, prepare personnel, procurement, and sales documents, coordinate client relations, manage information flows, develop new products, and prepare proposals. They will also enhance their skills in communication, collaboration, and teamwork.

6

Food Technology Practice

During the Food Technology practice, students will gain practical skills in organizing food production, solidify their knowledge in selecting raw materials and ingredients for food production, and familiarize themselves with sanitation and hygiene requirements for food processing companies and personnel. They will learn to prepare product technological documentation and develop the ability to assess the quality of raw materials and finished products, as well as control the production process.

9

Food Production Process Research Practice

In the Food Production Process Research practice, students will gain practical skills in food production, applying food safety systems, and ensuring product safety. They will become familiar with production organization methods, analyze the structure of production companies, product assortments, and raw materials, and summarize various food production technologies. Students will analyze quality assurance measures, examine the compliance of finished products with standard requirements, and apply various product quality evaluation methods. During the practice, students will also develop communication and collaboration skills with colleagues, suppliers, and clients.

6

Final Practice

In the final practice, students will solidify their skills in food production, equipment selection, product distribution, laboratory testing, quality control, and safety. They will analyze the business environment and economic indicators of the company, develop new products, and gather data for their final thesis. They will be able to describe production processes, equipment operation, assess quality and food safety according to regulations, conduct microbiological tests, create production layouts, comply with safety regulations, and apply modern safety systems.

95,0240

Total:

3320960

 

Selection of internship locations:

Students can choose or find an internship location in the city of Klaipėda, Klaipėda district, region, their hometown/residential area, or abroad.

Final internships are carried out in:

Fish processing and production companies: UAB “Baltijos delikatesai”, UAB “Žuvita”, UAB “Orca Foods”, UAB “Ostsee Fisch Kretinga”, UAB “Reba”, UAB “Espersen Lietuva”, UAB “Norvelita”, UAB “Dauparų žuvis”, Vičiūnai Group, and others.

Cafés, clubs, bars, restaurants: UAB “Jūros aidas”, Unilever Lietuva, UAB “Skuodiškio užeiga”, UAB “Navalis”, UAB “Žibosa” restaurant HBH Palanga, restaurant “Monai”, UAB “Rodilė”, UAB “Driopė”, and others.

Dairy product manufacturing companies: AB “Klaipėdos pienas”, AB Šilutės Rambynas, AB Žemaitijos pienas, AB “Modest”, AB Kelmės pieninė, and others.

Meat product manufacturing companies: Klaipėdos mėsinė, UAB “Baltic Meat Trading”, UAB “Agrovet”, and others.

Confectionery product companies: UAB “Roshen” LT, Sweets factory “Rūta”, and others.

Bakeries: UAB “Javinė”, UAB “Klaipėdos duona”, Ievos skanėstai, and others.

Other food industry companies: UAB “Macorsus”, Klaipėda district Gargždai consumer cooperative, UAB “Zeelandia”, UAB “Rimi Lietuva”, Maxima LT, and others.

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