Food Science and Technology

Overview

Overview

The food industry is one of the largest in the world. Its growth, particularly into the export market, requires a high level of technology as well as professionally trained individuals to apply that technology.

Our postgraduate courses in this discipline can offer diverse and challenging careers.
The courses provide professional training to those employed in the food industry and those in science fields such as agriculture, nutrition, engineering, environmental health and consumer science.

This course extends the learning of the graduate diploma to incorporate an independent research project under the guidance of an experienced supervisor. To ensure you are ready to undertake this project you will be introduced to scientific research methods and learn to measure, interpret and describe the data effectively.

It is ideal for those wishing to increase their professional status or to diversify their career opportunities.

See our handbook for more course information. 

What you'll learn

• apply and integrate the principles and practices of food sciences and technology to the production, preservation and distribution of safe and healthy food
• apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse issues relevant to food; think creatively to generate innovative solutions
• access, critically evaluate and synthesise information from a wide range of resources using appropriate technologies
• use oral and written communication effectively to scientific and non-scientific audiences
• use appropriate technologies effectively, recognising their advantages and limitations
• engage in self-directed learning and reflective practice habitually
• recognise and apply international standards and practices within the discipline
• value cultural diversity and recognise the impact of culture on food preferences and usage
• exhibit professional behaviour and skills when working independently and collaboratively. Behave in an ethical manner