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Food Science and Nutrition B - FOODHS8033

Plan Summary

 
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
 
  
   
 
Program: 8033 - Food Science and Technology
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Master of Science (Specialisation)
 
  

Plan Outline

The MSc by Coursework in Food Science and Nutrition is a formal program designed for graduates in Science, Food Science, Nutrition and Food Technology with principal interests in chemistry, biochemistry, physiology and human nutrition. The program is comprised of professional development courses and specialisation courses that allows for reasonable flexibility and a choice of courses in human nutrition and food science and technology based on the candidate’s background.

A four year Bachelor degree, honours degree or equivalent (eg three year degree plus sufficient relevant industry experience) involving some basic studies in chemistry, microbiology and biochemistry is the minimum requirement for admission to the course.

Plan Structure

Professional Development Courses:
Specialisation Courses:

Students must complete all core courses in the Food Safety and Quality specialisation and then may select other courses to meet the requirements of the program rules.
  • PHCM9610 Food and Nutrition Policy Studies
  • FOOD2677 Food Toxicology
  • FOOD1797 Food Diagnostics
FOOD1587,1687,3567,3577 are core courses. Students must complete the core courses.

Project Courses:
FOOD5117, FOOD5127 on approval of the specialisation authority.


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