10 Unique And Surprising Courses Offered By Indian Varsities

9. Food Flavorist/Flavor Chemist

These people add flavors to products and make it taste and smell good. The job will require mixing of various ingredients to create unique flavors.  The responsibilities require you to have a good knowledge of aroma chemicals, essential oils, plant extracts etc.

Places to Study: the colleges that offer courses in this field are – Indian Institute of Hospitality and Management, Mumbai; Department of Food Process Engineering, SRM University.

Job Prospects: A flavorist has opportunities in many sectors: fragrance, toothpaste, beverages and cosmetics. The salary starts at 15,000 per month and goes up with experience.

10. Museology/Museum Studies

As the name suggests, it is the study of museums and their role in society. It offers you the knowledge of managing museums and museum collections. The course is connected to Archaeology and one needs to have a good knowledge of history and culture to opt for this profession.

Places to Study: National Museum Institute of History of Art, Conservation and Museology, New Delhi offers various courses in this field.

Job Prospects: Become a museum curator, appraiser or auctioneer of antique items.

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