Food Science & Human Nutrition
The Only Food Science Program in South Carolina
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition is dedicated to the continuing development and practice of creative teaching, innovative research and high impact public service programs that improve food safety, food quality and human nutrition. Cutting edge leadership in food technology, culinary science and human nutrition will provide the tools and education for advancing the food industry and improving the quality of life to people in South Carolina, the nation and the global community.
The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Clemson University provides the only Food Science program in South Carolina. Our faculty and staff posses a wide array of expertise in the Food Technology and Nutrition/Dietetic areas. We have approximately 210 undergraduate and more than 40 graduate student majors. We are a growing program with an emphasis on engaging students with the best educational experience possible.
We are recognized nationally for our top flight graduates and our students are responsible for the manufacture of Clemson's world famous ice cream. Students from our programs are highly sought after and easily compete for the best jobs across the United States. Faculty in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition are committed to establishing a "culture of curiosity and discovery" that is centered on the creation of "Student Cenetered Research" opportunities that engage students.
The vision of this department is improving lives through leadership in food technology, human nutrition, and culinary science. To read more about the future of the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, download the complete Road Map to Academic Excellence (PDF, 92 KB).