Food Science for Biochemists - FOODMS5037
Stream Summary
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
School: School of Chemical Engineering
Contact: School
Program: 5037 - Food Science
Award(s):
Graduate Diploma in Food Science (Specialisation)
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Stream Outline
The specialisation in Food Science is defined by a core of disciplinary knowledge. It provides a solid postgraduate coursework program for the biochemist or biotechnologist wishing to upgrade their skills in the area of food science and as an entry pathway to the MSc program 8037.
Entry Requirements
A student must hold a Bachelor degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or closely related discipline with a WAM of at least 65, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or tertiary institution, in order to be admitted to the stream.
Entry Requirements
A student must hold a Bachelor degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or closely related discipline with a WAM of at least 65, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or tertiary institution, in order to be admitted to the stream.
Stream Structure
Disciplinary Knowledge Courses - minimum 36 UOC (6 courses) chosen from the following:
- FOOD8010 Food Preservation (6 UOC)
- FOOD8020 FS&T Laboratory (6 UOC)
- FOOD8030 Food Safety and Quality (6 UOC)
- FOOD8220 Nutrition (6 UOC)
- FOOD8320 Food Microbiology (6 UOC)
- FOOD8601 Food Processing Principles (6 UOC)
- FOOD8801 Unit Operations in Food Proces (6 UOC)
- FOOD8901 Product Design and Development (6 UOC)
Volume of Learning
The program in which this stream is offered is a 48UOC (1-year full-time equivalent) program, with entry to students holding Honours equivalent degrees from cognate disciplines, or Bachelor degrees in Food Science. The program is designed to develop and enhance career opportunities for graduate engineers and scientists, including cross-training, re-training and advanced level technical specialisations.
The program in which this stream is offered is a 48UOC (1-year full-time equivalent) program, with entry to students holding Honours equivalent degrees from cognate disciplines, or Bachelor degrees in Food Science. The program is designed to develop and enhance career opportunities for graduate engineers and scientists, including cross-training, re-training and advanced level technical specialisations.
