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Studieren an der Professur für Lebensmittel­technik

Food engineering — also known as food technology — is an engineering discipline that plays a crucial role in supplying the growing world population and achieving global sustainability goals. It combines technological innovations and scientific knowledge to enable efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly food production. In doing so, it plays a central role in the food transition — the shift toward a sustainable food system with less food waste, plant-based alternatives, climate-friendly processes, and a more conscious use of resources.

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Information on the courses

Here you can find detailed information about the courses we offer.
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Student projects and internships

Find out about current topics for student and final theses, student assistant positions, and internship opportunities, and contact us for more information.
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Research at the Chair

Learn more about the current research at the Chair of Food Engineering and the key research areas.
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Food technology - engineering for the future

Food engineering - also known as food technology - is an engineering discipline that plays a key role in feeding the world's growing population and achieving global sustainability goals. It combines technological innovation and scientific knowledge to enable efficient, safe and environmentally friendly food production.

What is food engineering all about?

In food engineering, engineers plan, monitor and optimize processes that are necessary for the production of food . They develop modern, innovative products that serve global sustainability goals, taking into account the special properties of raw materials, food safety and hygiene requirements as well as current trends such as sustainable packaging and climate-friendly production.

Your path: studying at the TU Dresden

At the TUD Dresden University of Technology, you can study Food Technology on the Process Engineering and Natural Materials Technology degree course or as a Bachelor's degree course . In the first few semesters, you will learn the basics of mathematics, natural sciences and technology. You will then immerse yourself in the exciting world of food technology: You will acquire in-depth knowledge of sustainable and traditional food technologies as well as the underlying basic food technology processes. You will learn about the scientific principles, material sciences of food and microbiological processes. You will also learn about quality management and sensory analysis

Why food engineering?

The course is perfect for anyone who finds technology and science exciting and wants to make a difference at the same time: whether it's introducing smart technologies to develop sustainable food or implementing zero-waste strategies. You can also specialize individually - for example in areas such as

  • Alternative (plant-based) proteins
  • Food fermentation
  • Industrial hygiene and cleaning technology
  • Dairy, chocolate, baked goods or beverage technology

Your future in food engineering

After graduating, there are many paths open to you: whether in research and development, product development, production management or quality management in food-producing companies or in process and plant development - food technology is an industry with a future. Here you can use your knowledge to shape the world of tomorrow - sustainably, digitally and innovatively.

Take the first step and become part of the food revolution!