The MFoodSci programme includes a mix of taught courses and a research project conducted under the supervision of a food science academic.
The programme provides a bridge for students with an undergraduate degree in food science related disciplines to move into the food science area.
Postgraduate students in food science have a good record of employability in industry.
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The MFoodSci is an 18-month, 180-point programme, starting in Semester One. It's completed over three semesters full-time, with part-time options available.
The programme will be delivered through lectures, seminars, laboratory work, fieldwork and research supervision.
The degree will include 90 points of compulsory taught courses (which includes a 15-point research proposal) and a research project of either 30 points or 60 points.
The research project or dissertation may be undertaken in collaboration with an industry partner, with the research being conducted on campus or at the industry partner site.
A minimum GPA will be required in order to enrol in the dissertation. Students doing the research project will predominantly be those wanting to enter the workforce. MFoodSci graduates will be eligible to apply for entry to a PhD.
Explore Master of Food Science in the Curriculum Catalogue to find the courses you can take in this programme.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
A Bachelor’s degree majoring in Food Science, or an equivalent subject.
You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of at least 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, or the equivalent.
Relevant subjects may include biology, biotechnology, chemistry, food process engineering, food science, and pharmacology.
If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Food Science.
If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
An undergraduate degree in Food Science, or another relevant subject
No bands below 6.0.
You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in Food Science or another relevant subject, at a recognised university (or similar institution).
You will need a GPE of 4.0.
Relevant subjects may include biology, biotechnology, chemistry, food process engineering, food science, and pharmacology.
If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Food Science.
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,699.20 for full-time study (180 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June |
| Semester One | Starts – 1 March |
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| Ends – 28 June |
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MFoodSci graduates will receive training in food science and substantive research experience in this field. On completion of the degree, students will be equipped to apply their skills and understanding in careers in the food industry or in food science. This programme also provides a pathway to PhD studies.
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