Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science - Food and Agriculture in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago

University of Otago | Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 21,500
(c. USD12,460.22)
Attendance
Full-time

Today's consumers have growing expectations about their food choices: seeking options that are low-carb, vitamin-fortified, fat-free, organic, eco-friendly, isotonic, climate-neutral, enhanced, genetically-altered, nutritious... not to mention taste, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Understanding diverse global market preferences, along with production and distribution logistics while maintaining quality, presents significant hurdles for food manufacturers.

This is where food and agricultural experts play a crucial role. They focus on transforming concepts into viable products. Students in Food and Agriculture programs explore the technical, economic, and psychological aspects affecting food preferences, manufacturing processes, the nuanced craft of marketing, packaging information, and compliance with food regulations.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Science).
Every applicant must either
be a graduate, or
have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.

IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.

Tuition NZD 21,500

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