Graduate Certificate
Join the well-regarded Australian food sector and build practical and theoretical skills to help you pursue an exciting and important career in food science.
The Graduate Certificate in Food Science and Technology has been designed to provide you with professional training in the field. If your background is in science, engineering, agriculture or other related disciplines, this graduate certificate will enhance and expand your knowledge in the area, and equip you with the essential knowledge and skills required to join the food industry at all levels.
Throughout your studies, you will explore key areas of food processing and preservation, structural properties of food and product development, and the safe production of food. The topics and subjects you cover are designed to support the wide range of positions required by industry. You will also learn important job-ready skills, including management and regulation, to ensure that you are a productive member of industry.
Entry requirements
Graduates may find work in areas including:
They may work beverage, dairy, meat, fish or poultry industries, grain-based commodities, fats and oils, confectionery and chocolate manufacturing.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.