Graduate Certificate or Diploma of Food Science overview
Graduate certificates and diplomas of food science allow students to expand their skills and knowledge of the journey of food from farm to fork. An ideal course to complete before attempting a master’s in food science, many are able to be attempted by people without a background in Science.
Courses range in duration from between six months and one year studied full-time.
Employment options
Courses are designed to give students technical skills and knowledge in food science and technology relevant to professional pursuits in the industry. A graduate certificate or diploma of food science also gives you the background knowledge you need before starting a master’s degree, which is necessary if you wish to work in academia.
Scholarships and funding
Want to reduce to cost of your tuition? See which universities offer scholarships and bursaries for your postgraduate food science degree with our scholarship search tool.
You could also finance your costs of living while you study your postgraduate degree with Youth Allowance or Austudy. Find out which one you are eligible for and learn more about how to apply here.
Prerequisites and selection process
You must have a bachelor’s degree prior to applying for one of these postgraduate degrees. Some universities require a certain GPA, and some prefer their applicants to have undergraduate degrees in Science subjects. See your options here.