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About the course
This Graduate Certificate in Food Science and Technology builds practical knowledge to help you produce, preserve and distribute safe, healthy food. You’ll study industry-relevant topics such as food safety and preservation, chemistry, microbiology and food processing, with flexibility to choose specialist units guided by a course coordinator. It is designed to support career entry or upskilling in the global food industry at postgraduate level in food sciences.
What you might learn
In this course you’ll learn to apply food science and technology principles to safe, healthy food production; critically analyse food-related issues using appropriate technologies; and access, evaluate and communicate evidence effectively. You’ll also consider international standards, local food issues, cultural influences on food preferences, and develop self-directed, professional practice working independently and collaboratively in food science contexts.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles across the food sector where scientific and technical knowledge supports safe product development and supply. Typical pathways include food quality assurance, microbiology-based roles, research and development support, and technical sales and marketing within food manufacturing and related organisations. This Graduate Certificate prepares you for postgraduate-level work in food science and technology-focused industries. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the sciences.
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