Introduction
Food science and technology is not merely a scientific discipline; it’s a powerful driver of change within the food industry. It harnesses the power of chemistry, biology, engineering, and other scientific fields to guide the selection, preservation, processing, and packaging of food products. At its core, this field strives to ensure the safety and quality of the food we consume.
Our mission at the Institute is to educate the next generation of highly qualified food science and technology professionals. These graduates will be equipped to navigate and contribute to the rapid evolution of the Pakistani food industry, ultimately driving industrial and economic progress. We believe in fostering integrity, excellence through teamwork, discipline, and commitment to work – values that underpin our academic journey.
Recognizing the immense potential of Pakistan’s food industry, we continuously invest in teaching and research initiatives. By staying attuned to the dynamic needs of the sector, we meticulously curate courses that provide students with a solid foundation in essential food technology areas.
Our distinguished faculty combines extensive teaching, training, research, and industry experience. Coupled with our state-of-the-art scientific equipment and functional laboratories, this ensures students receive a hands-on learning experience that prepares them for successful careers in the food science and technology sector.
Mission
We are endeavoring to produce outstanding professionals equipped with quality knowledge, skills, and attitudes that prepare them to become leaders and innovators in the field of Food Science and Technology.
Message from HoD
Dr. Muhammad Subahan Azeem
The world of food science and technology is not just diverse, it’s dynamic and exciting! It offers a wide range of career paths, allowing you to explore various aspects of food production, processing, and innovation. And the good news: This field is highly sought-after in Pakistan, with growing demand across food industries, and government departments, dive into research and development, quality control, product development, food safety, and even food entrepreneurship–the options are endless. With Pakistan’s booming food industry, the need for skilled food scientists is constantly rising, ensuring ample job opportunities.
So, if you’re passionate about food, science, and innovation, consider exploring the exciting world of food science and technology. It’s a field that offers not only personal growth but also the opportunity to make a real difference in the world.
Program Offered
- BS Food Science and Technology
Laboratories & Facilities
Laboratories
The department has recently equipped the following state-of-the-art labs with modern equipment
- Food Analysis Lab
- Human Physiology and Anatomy Lab
- Computer Lab
- Bio Chemistry Lab
- Food Processing and Preservation Lab
- Food Microbiology Lab
- Fluid Mechanics Lab
- Instrumental Techniques in Food Analysis Lab
Facilities
The Food Science and Technology department is a purpose-built building that offers ample space for laboratories, training rooms, spacious classrooms, meeting and discussion rooms, video conference rooms, and faculty offices.
Facilities in the labs are for better learning and to prepare them to fulfill future job requirements. The following facilities are available in our lab:
- Air-conditioned classrooms
- Access of Free Wifi
- Highly Equipped computers for specialized applications
- Research clusters
Program Objectives
Program Education Objectives (PEOs)
- Apply Food Science and Technology knowledge to identify and address technical and societal problems related to the food system.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurship skills and take the initiative to develop innovative ideas for professional growth keeping in view their environmental impacts.
- Learn continuously and work effectively as a team lead in a multidisciplinary environment while demonstrating interpersonal and managerial skills with ethical responsibilities.
Faculty Members
Faculty at NFC-IET have impeccable qualifications, extensive expertise and experience in their chosen fields and an overriding commitment to the welfare of their students. Our faculty is one of the biggest reasons why students select NFC-IET.
- Dr. Muhammad Subhan Azeem
- Dr. Aimen Shabbir (Visiting)
- Dr. Muhammad Amir (Visiting)
- Engr. Muzaffar Riaz
- Dr. Shabnam Shahab (Visiting)
- Mr. Nasir Saleem
- Mr. Abdul Bari (Visiting)
- Ms. Syeda Eman Fatima (Visiting)
- Mr. Naima (Visiting)
- Ms. Irza Saif (Visiting)
- Ms. Aqsa Riaz (Visiting)
- Ms. Samra Afzal (Visiting)
- Ms. Sarwat Fatima (Visiting)
- Ms. Iqra Saleem (Visiting)
- Ms. Sadia Faiz (Visiting)
