Department of Food, Nutrition, and Packaging Sciences

The Department of Food, Nutrition, and Packaging Sciences at Clemson University, located on Jersey Lane in South Carolina, is a unique institution that integrates various disciplines to address the challenges of the food industry. With a focus on biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and health, the department aims to promote healthy living and ensure the safe packaging of food for a growing global population.

Clemson University stands out as one of the few universities in the United States to offer a degree in packaging science. Students interested in the business, culinary science, engineering, or packaging aspects of food will find an exciting course of study that prepares them for a career in the food science industry. Coursework includes subjects such as food product development and food process engineering.

For those interested in nutrition and healthy diets, the department offers a concentration that prepares students for careers in nutrition, food production management, technical sales, and more. Students aspiring to become Registered Dietitians will benefit from this program as a strong foundation for internships through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Packaging science majors at Clemson University learn about design, engineering, science, innovation, research, and business within the industry. The program, which has been producing career-ready graduates for over 20 years, is known for its unique blend of biology, chemistry, and physics. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to address the challenges of the industry and fill a special niche within it.

Additionally, Clemson University offers an accelerated five-year combined bachelor's/master's program that allows students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in food science and a Master of Science in food, nutrition, and culinary sciences. This program enables students to count up to 12 hours of graduate credit towards both degrees, providing a streamlined path towards advanced education in the field.