The Master of Science Extension program is suited to practising Food technologists and graduates wishing to develop an expanded range of knowledge and skills in their area of expertise along with engineering/science and technology management in order to enhance their career opportunities in a particular area. A student must hold a Bachelor of Science from UNSW with at least Honours II/2, or equivalent in an appropriate discipline in order to be admitted to the program.

Specialisation Name: Food Science and Technology (FOODGS8034)

The specialisation in Food Science and Technology is a formal program designed for graduates in Science, Applied Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Biotechnology or related disciplines, who seek specialised knowledge of the science and technology of foods. The program provides advanced training in various aspects of food science and technology that can be tailored to the background of the candidate.
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.

Specialisation Name: Food Science and Nutrition (FOODHS8034)

The specialisation 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.

Specialisation Name: Food Safety and Quality (FOODIS8034)

The MSc by Coursework program in Food Safety and Quality is a formal program designed for graduates in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related disciplines, who seek specialised knowledge of safety issues associated with foods. The program provides advanced training in all aspects of food safety and quality as well as some fundamental aspects of food science and technology.
A four year Bachelor degree, honours degree or equivalent (eg three year degree plus sufficient relevant industry experience) involving some basic training in microbiology and biochemistry is the minimum requirement for admission to the course.

Students must complete a total of 96 UOC consisting of 24 UOC of Professional Development courses from the chosen specialisation, 12-24 UOC of Engineering Management courses and at least 24 UOC of Specialisation courses. A student who has been awarded a Bachelor of Science from UNSW with at least Honours II/2 or equivalent in an appropriate discipline will be exempted from some or all Professional Development courses. Students must complete project/thesis work of between 12 and 24 UOC.

Please refer to the Program Structure above and contact the school office for further information.

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