Study programme title in Est.

Toidu- ja biotehnoloogia

Study programme title in Engl.

Food and Biotechnology

TalTech study programme code

LATB22

MER study programme code

227983

Study programme version code

LATB22/24

Faculty / college

L - School of Science

Head of study programme/study programme manager

Katrin Laos

Language of instruction

Estonian

Study level

Bachelor study

ECTS credits

180

Self-paid study programme

no

Nominal study period

6 semesters

Study programme group

Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology

Broad area of study

Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction

Study field

Manufacturing and processing

Access conditions

Study programme aims and objectives

The aim of the study programme is to prepare a food and biotechnology specialists and to ensure sectoral continuity and development. Show more...
The programme is based on versatile natural science studies and provides a broad-based systematic knowledge and practical skills through laboratory works and internship. Student is able to continue studies at master's level or starting professional career in field of food and biotechnology.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

A student who has completed the study programme:
- has systematic Show more...
knowledge in natural sciences in order to continue studies at master's level and work in occupations where basic knowledge in the field is required;
- knows modern chemical, bio- and food technology equipment and methods and is able to apply them in solving research problems;
- has a systematic understanding of the principles, problems, development and position of specialty in the field of science and technology;
- knows the scientific literature and databases and is able to obtain and critically evaluate the information for work and studies and is ready for lifelong learning;
- uses knowledge and skills to solve problems, conduct experiments, analyze data and present results.

Graduation requirements

Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate. Show more...
In order to obtain cum laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account.

Degrees conferred

Bachelor of Science in Engineering