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The Master of Science with a specialization in Food Science caters to graduates aiming to advance their careers in food science and technology across diverse sectors like food production, R&D, regulatory compliance, and executive leadership. Students will acquire expertise to address pressing global and Australian food industry challenges, including sustainable practices, food safety protocols, and nutritional advancements. This program fosters comprehensive understanding, analytical capabilities, and hands-on proficiency in laboratory techniques and quality control through interdisciplinary coursework covering food manufacturing, quality management, evaluation methods, and innovative product design - all focused on tackling contemporary and emerging industry challenges. Participants will emerge as skilled food science professionals equipped with problem-solving abilities, technical know-how, and critical analysis skills to evaluate complex scenarios and propose effective solutions. The program provides access to the University's state-of-the-art food pilot plant and commercial kitchen facilities for practical application of learned concepts. A culminating research project enables students to synthesize program knowledge while enhancing research competencies developed throughout the curriculum.
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in natural or physical science, medical science, environmental studies, agriculture, horticulture, food science, food technology, nutrition or dietetics.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.