311484 v.2 Master of Science (Food Science and Technology)
MSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 064466C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2 Years
Introduction
The food industry is the largest industry in the world. Its growth, particularly into the export market, requires both a high level of technology as well as professionally trained individuals to apply that technology. It provides professional training infood science, processing and technology for graduates in science, applied science, engineering, nutrition, environmental health, agriculture and other related disciplines.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Intermediate Awards 1
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Food Science and Technology; Graduate Diploma in Food Science and Technology.
Course Organisation
The food industry is the largest industry in the world and needs highly trained professionals in food science and technology to ensure the supply, quality and safety of food. This field offers diverse and challenging careers and has been designed to provide professional training to both those already employed in the food industry, and those in other science fields such as: agriculture, nutrition, engineering, environmental health, consumer science and other related disciplines. It is ideal for those wishing to increase their professional status and to diversify their career opportunities as the course provides an increased knowledge base in the food science and technology field.
Professional Recognition
This course is professionally recognised by the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) and graduates are encouraged to become members.
Career Opportunities
There is a high and growing demand for graduates of food science and technology in a range of professional areas including food quality assurance, research and development of new products and new processing technologies, microbiology, technical consulting, and sales and marketing. This program has an excellent reputation with government bodies and industry in Australia and overseas.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 311775 | v.2 | Food Product Development 581 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314116 | v.1 | Food Chemistry 683 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314117 | v.1 | Food Engineering 684 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314118 | v.1 | Food Microbiology 534 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 313533 | v.1 | Food Commodities 682 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313602 | v.1 | Food Safety and Hygiene 684 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314119 | v.1 | Food Laboratory 683 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314120 | v.1 | Advanced Food Processing 684 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 13151 | v.4 | Research Dissertation 600 | 16.0 | 50.0 | |
| 309585 | v.1 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 481 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13359 | v.3 | Research Dissertation 601 | 16.0 | 50.0 | |
| 309582 | v.1 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 482 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 12468 | v.3 | Current Marketing Issues 600 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13230 | v.3 | Foundations of Public Health 681 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305325 | v.2 | Post Harvest Horticulture and Quality Management 501 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305581 | v.1 | Environmental Issues in Business 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306832 | v.4 | Cleaner Production Tools 603 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308419 | v.1 | Environmental Health Management 683 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311495 | v.1 | Special Topics in Food Science and Technology 583 | 25.0 | ||
| 312630 | v.1 | Seafood Technology 502 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312634 | v.1 | Food Science Professional Placement 381 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5248 | v.7 | Managerial Leadership 561 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5698 | v.5 | Organisational Behaviour 550 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5761 | v.7 | Buyer Behaviour and Analysis 561 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
