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University of Western Australia

The Master of Food Science program provides advanced training in all aspects of food safety and quality as well as some fundamental aspects of food science and technology. It enables students to develop an awareness of the emerging issues associated with the food supply.This is an interdisciplinary course that concentrates on the relationship between food and health on research and development, assessment and expertise, regulatory questions, risk analysis and risk management in a public health perspective. The applied program gives students the opportunity to work in industry alongside a mentor. Students will also learn to design and implement Food Safety Management Systems, as well as gain an understanding of domestic and international food laws and regulations. Food Science is the science behind the products we consume every day. Food scientists apply the principles of chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, microbiology, sensory science, nanotechnology, forensic science and engineering to produce the next generation of food products, to improve food processing techniques and to ensure quality, safety and nutritional value of the food supply.
Good knowledge of biology.
Major studies focus on gaining of in-depth knowledge of how agricultural produce is delivered as safe, nutritional and palatable food into domestic and international markets.
International students must have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard.
After successfully completing the Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, Students become eligible for provisional Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) status in the Dietitians Association of Australia, the accreditation organization for dietitians.
This course will prepare students for careers in food science, food engineering, public health, food toxicology, food safety monitoring and maintenance in the food industry and this course leads to become a Biotechnologist, Food Scientist, Health and Welfare Services Manager, Microbiologist.
$30980, per year.
2 years