This program is designed to provide depth and breadth in the relevant physical and biological sciences on which food science and technology is based. The program provides basic preparation for food science and technology careers in the food industry, the public sector, education, research, the food service industry, public health, management and marketing. Graduates may also find careers in health and environmental sciences, management of food resources and food wastes, communication, and in areas such as dietetics after further training. It is strongly recommended that students obtain, before the completion of the program and during recess periods, as much professionally oriented or industrial experience as possible. The BSc program in Food Science and Technology (3060) is Pass or Honours, determined by academic performance in Stages 1-4 following Faculty policy.

Please contact the School of Chemical Engineering for information on the Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes.

Listed below is the program structure for Food Science and Technology stream.
For Food Sciences and Nutrition stream, please see: FOODD13060

And ONE of:

And ONE of:

Plus 24 UOC of electives from the list at
electives

Or such other electives as approved by the Head of School. FOOD courses taken within the School must total at least 36 units of credit.

Stream B: Industry Module Program

Plus Electives totalling 12 UOC

Students in this program must also satisfy the General Education requirements.
This is usually 12 UOC taken in second and third year studies.
For further information, please refer to "General Education" in the Table of Contents (see left-hand side of page).

Please refer to Program Structure and contact the School of Chemical Sciences and Engineering for the Academic Requirements relating to this program.

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

During Stages 3 and 4 of the program, excursions are made to various food industries. Detailed reports of some of these visits may be required.

Graduates of this program qualify for membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology, the US Institute of Food Technologists, and may qualify for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.