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University of Melbourne

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Master of Food Science

  • Masters (Coursework)

Get ready for a unique and exciting career designing new and better ways to feed the world with the Master of Food Science from Australia's number 1 university.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Course Code
061970M
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$58,909 total

About this course

Get ready for a unique and exciting career designing new and better ways to feed the world with the Master of Food Science from Australia's number 1 university. You'll be equipped to work in growing industries like product research and development, food safety and regulation, nutrition assessment and quality assurance.

The Master of Food Science was developed for science or engineering graduates seeking the specialist skills and knowledge required to excel in the food industry. It combines a strong core in food chemistry, processing, sensory science, food safety and microbiology, with career-focused electives and the opportunity to conduct an original research project.

Study locations

Parkville

What you will learn

Learn the science behind food production

The core subjects of the Master of Food Science have been chosen to prepare you to play a key role in research and technical divisions within food companies and associated organisations.

Food must be safe, well made and delicious. This degree is designed to allow you to achieve that with science. You will learn chemistry and microbiology in the context of food, how food is processed to ensure safety and quality, how producers assess sensory responses to food and how to conduct food science research.

This course allows you to explore advanced research topics and their practical application in commercial settings.

Career pathways

Become a food scientist

This degree will prepare you to work towards an advanced position in the food industry. Your research experience and deep understanding of the science of food will make you a more valuable employee to more prospective employers, whether you are just starting in the industry or you gained experience before enrolling.

Potential careers include:

  • Food formulation scientist: Develop recipes for new products and improve existing products to meet the needs of consumers
  • Food safety and compliance specialist: Monitor and maintain food safety standards in government or industry
  • Food policy specialist: Work with governments, NGOs and other organisations to advise on the best way to provide healthy food to our local, regional and global communities
  • Research scientist: Conduct research to improve food flavour and health benefits.

How to apply

TIMELY APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATES
  • Semester 1 entry: 29 January 2021 (for commencement in February 2021)
  • Semester 2 entry: 12 June (for commencement in July 2021)

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Melbourne.
81.1%
Overall satisfaction
85.4%
Skill scale
72.6%
Teaching scale
74.8%
Employed full-time
$75k
Average salary