Overview
- Learn to ensure food safety, quality, and nutrition by mastering food chemistry, microbiology, processing, and product development for diverse consumer needs.
- Gain practical, collaborative experience through integrated courses and residential schools that connect cohorts in hands-on food analysis and product innovation.
- Expand career opportunities by combining majors like Animal Science, Plant Agricultural Science, or Environmental Science, preparing for roles in food safety, quality assurance, and product development.
Career outcomes
With input all the way from the farm to the kitchen table, as a graduate you can apply for jobs as a:
- food microbiologist
- food technologist
- product development specialist
- sensory scientist
- food chemist
- food safety auditor
- beverage technologist
- supply chain manager
- quality assurance officer.
Graduates may also be involved in food policy development.
Inspirational
I got to a point where I wanted to extend my industry knowledge when I serendipitously met Associate Professor Polly Burey from the University. She was inspirational and showed me there was still so much left to learn within the industry. With her encouragement and the support of the University, I was able to enter the Bachelor of Science.
Lisa - Food Science
What you'll study
Explore the courses you'll study as part of this major.
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Relevant degrees for this major
Bachelor of Science
This flexible, interdisciplinary degree develops your scientific, critical thinking, and communication skills. With hands-on experience, global study options, and career-ready training, graduates become adaptable professionals equipped for diverse roles in science, industry, and research.
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