Graduate Certificate in Food Science and Technology

The Graduate Certificate in Food Science and Technology is designed to provide you with professional training in Food Science and Technology if your background is in science, engineering, agriculture or other related disciplines.

If you have previously undertaken studies in Food Science and Technology, this program will enhance and expand your knowledge in the area.This program will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills required to operate effectively in the food industry at various professional and management levels.You will acquire knowledge and skills in areas including food processing and preservation, structural properties of food and product development, and production of food that is both safe and appealing to the consumer.

that are designed to support the wide range of technical positions required by the food industry.

In addition, most courses touch on the foundation knowledge in management and regulation to ensure that you are a productive member of a food industry team.This program is delivered online.

Year One of Program

Complete the following Four (4) Courses:

Program Entry Requirements

An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in science, engineering, agriculture, nutrition, veterinary science, medical or biomedical sciences.

AND at least the equivalent of one course(subject) in Chemistry or Biochemistry studied at University,

AND at least the equivalent of one course(subject) in Nutrition or Microbiology studied at University

English Language Requirements (International students only)

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Program Learning Outcomes Statement

Upon completion of this Graduate Certificate you will have made progress towards achieving the following program learning outcomes. Each of these programs learning outcomes is developed in much greater depth in the Master of Food Science and Technology:

1. Understand food science and technology

1.1 Display a thorough understanding of recent developments in a specialised area of food science and technology. 1.2 Apply research principles and methods applicable to food science and technology.

2. Critically analyse and solve problems in food science and technology

2.1 Demonstrate cognitive skills and mastery of advanced theoretical knowledge in food science and technology and apply this knowledge to solve complex problems in existing and emerging areas of this discipline. 2.2 Generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level.

3. Apply food science and technology knowledge and skills.

3.1 Exhibit creativity, initiative and a high level of autonomy in research and/or professional practice. 3.2 Plan and execute a substantial research or work/industry-based project and/or pieces of scholarship.

4. Communicate technical knowledge

4.1 Effectively communicate concepts of food science and technology to specialist and non-specialist audiences, using a variety of presentation modes.

5. Display personal and professional responsibility.

5.1 Be accountable for individual learning and professional rigour via the development of independent and self-directed learning strategies. 5.2 Work effectively, responsibly, ethically and safely in an individual or team context. 5.3 Demonstrate knowledge of regulatory frameworks and ethical principles relevant to food science and technology.