Razi University

The Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control
The Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Razi University, is committed to advancing education and research in the fields of food hygiene and food quality. The Department aims to train highly qualified professionals and promote applied scientific knowledge to meet the evolving needs of the food safety sector. It is responsible for educating students in the Bachelor's program in Veterinary Laboratory Sciences, the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program, and the Master's program in Food Hygiene and Quality Control.

The Department's academic curriculum focuses on the principles of food hygiene and quality assurance and includes courses in the microbiological and chemical control of foods, milk hygiene and dairy technology, the processing and hygiene of foods of animal origin, poultry and aquatic food industries, meat hygiene and inspection, meat products, and zoonotic diseases. The programs combine theoretical instruction with practical laboratory and field-based training to prepare graduates for professional careers in food safety, the food industry, quality assurance, and public health inspection.

The Department's faculty members, with their extensive academic expertise and professional experience, are actively engaged in both teaching and research. Their scholarly activities include conducting research projects, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate theses, and publishing research findings in national and international peer-reviewed journals, thereby contributing to the advancement of veterinary public health and food safety.

Equipped with modern laboratory facilities and supported by strong academic collaboration with other educational and research units, the Department of Food Hygiene strives to enhance the quality of education, address national scientific and professional needs, and contribute to improving food safety, public health, and consumer protection through excellence in education, research, and scientific service.

Programs Offered:

• MSc: Food Hygiene and Quality Control