Bachelor of Science (Science) in Food Science

Curtin University - Bentley

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Overview

The Food Science Major focuses on the nature and chemical composition of foods, ingredient behaviour under different processing conditions and the application of this knowledge of food science to improve the safety and quality of food. Food scientists are also involved in the research and development of new food products and new technologies in the processing of foods. Students will also undertake a work placement with an external organisation which may be a government, research or food industry organisation. Graduates of the Food Science Major will be eligible to apply for professional membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

Prerequisites


Majors

Food science

Potential Career Outcomes

You will have a variety of interesting and diverse career opportunities in government agencies and private industry, both in Australia and overseas. Government organisations and the food industry produce a high demand for graduates in a range of areas, including public health, food microbiology, food chemist, research related to food in health and disease, and the development of new food products. Potential employers include health departments, community and public health centres, non-government agencies, food suppliers and manufacturers, plant breeding and agricultural processing companies, teaching institutions, and federal and state research laboratories.

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Admission Criteria

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University

Curtin University

Campus

Bentley

Course Type

Bachelors Degree

Study Area

Science

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Duration

Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available

Indicative ATAR

Unknown

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State
WA
Type
University
Courses
193
Campuses
Albany Bentley Geraldton Universities Centre Kalgoorlie Northam (Muresk)
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