Program ratingThe world population is about 8 billion people, and food is a big issue given that is affects every person on the planet. The processed food and beverage industry is also the largest manufacturing sector in Australia, and qualified food scientists ar required to advise and work in this area.
Aimed atThose interested in the science and composition of food.
EmployabilityCareers in Food Science include research and product development, food safety and regulation, and quality assurance positions. International bodies also employ food science graduates, such as the Food and Agriculture Organisation and the World Health Organisation. Growth for employment in the area of food and wine scientists is growing.
Course descriptionSample course plan
Bachelor of Science major: Food Science
First year
Biology of Cells and Organisms
Chemistry
Mathematics
Food for a Healthy Planet
Genetics and the Evolution of Life
Chemistry
Mathematics
Introductory Microeconomics
Second year Food Chemistry, Biology and Nutrition
Food Microbiology and Food Safety
Biochemistry
Water for a Sustainable Planet
Statistics
Biochemistry
Biochemistry
Economics of the Environment
Third year
Advanced Food Analysis Molecular Biology of Food Microorganisms Trends in Food Science and Nutrition
Australia in the World of Wine
Product Design and Development
Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Ecological Economics