Units in first semester 2021 may be delivered online and in alternative formats whilst restrictions in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic are in place.
Food Science and Technology
Masters by Coursework
MC-FOODST
Outline
Extend your food sciences learning with an independent research project under the guidance of an experienced supervisor.
Units in first semester 2021 may be delivered online and in alternative formats whilst restrictions in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic are in place.
Cutting-edge
Learn to apply your studies to real industry challenges and situations.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for membership to the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology.
Top 1 %
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide.
Academic Ranking of World Universities 2020.
The food industry is one of the largest in the world. Its growth, particularly into the export market, requires a high level of technology as well as professionally trained individuals to apply that technology.
Our postgraduate courses in this discipline can offer diverse and challenging careers.
The courses provide professional training to those employed in the food industry and those in science fields such as agriculture, nutrition, engineering, environmental health and consumer science.
This course extends the learning of the graduate diploma to incorporate an independent research project under the guidance of an experienced supervisor. To ensure you are ready to undertake this project you will be introduced to health research methods and learn to measure, interpret and describe the data effectively.
It is ideal for those wishing to increase their professional status or to diversify their career opportunities.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for membership to the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology.
What you'll learn
- apply and integrate the principles and practices of food sciences and technology to the production, preservation and distribution of safe and healthy food
- apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse issues relevant to food; use appropriate technologies effectively, recognising their advantages and limitations; think creatively to generate innovative solutions
- access, critically evaluate and synthesise information from a wide range of resources using appropriate technologies and use oral and written communication effectively to a variety of audience groups.
- recognise and apply international standards and practices within the discipline and engage in food related issues that occur globally
- value cultural diversity and recognise the impact of culture on food preferences and usage
- engage in self-directed learning and reflective practice, and exhibit professional behaviour and skills, when working independently and collaboratively.
Entry requirements
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
Essential course prerequisites
A bachelor degree in an appropriate field or equivalent. You usually require a bachelor degree or advanced diploma but, in certain cases, relevant work experience may be recognised.
If you are studying in Australia on a student visa, you must study on-campus and full-time.
Essential requirements for admission (including fieldwork requirements)
Many of our courses require students to comply with additional essential requirements. Failure to comply with any of the essential requirements may potentially prevent the successful completion of the course and/or achieving professional registration.
Advanced standing
At Curtin, we understand that everyone’s study journey has been different.
You may have already studied some of the units (subjects) listed in your Curtin course at another educational institution, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
A successful CRL application exempts you from having to complete certain units within your course and means you could finish your degree in a shorter amount of time.
CRL is also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing and credit transfer.
Use the CRL search to find out how much CRL you qualify for, or contact us at:
Email: ci-enquiries@curtin.edu.au
Tel: +61 8 9266 5888
Fees & charges
International student indicative fees
Fee year: 2021
| International onshore – fee paying | Cost |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $18,500* |
| Total indicative course fee | $69,200* |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $37,200* |
Fee year: 2022
| International onshore – fee paying | Cost |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $18,500* |
| Total indicative course fee | $69,200* |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $37,200* |
Fees are indicative only.
*Based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credits. The total cost will depend on your course options (i.e. units selected and time taken to complete).
It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. For information about fees at other locations please contact the relevant campus or partner institution by visiting Curtin International’s offshore site.
Location
For start dates, please view the academic calendar.
2021
Semester 1
- On Campus
Semester 2
- On Campus
2022
Semester 1
- On Campus
Semester 2
- On Campus
2023
Semester 1
- On Campus
Semester 2
- On Campus
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- Curtin course code: MC-FOODST
- CRICOS code: 064466C
- Last updated on: January 19, 2021
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