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Master of Food Science (Industry Practice and Innovation)

Masters.
Murdoch University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This master’s degree builds advanced capability in food science through professional training in food safety, food engineering and food product design. You’ll learn in Murdoch’s Food Centre within the Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia, gaining exposure to an industry-connected innovation environment. The course culminates in a substantial research project or project and dissertation completed in collaboration with industry, preparing you for master’s-level practice in food sciences.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles across the food and beverage sector, including Product Quality Manager, New Product Development Officer and Food Safety Officer. The course also supports pathways into applied research and innovation roles, including positions in food processing research facilities and analytical service providers supporting industry testing and quality assurance (e.g., biological or chemistry-based laboratories). This master’s-level qualification supports professional practice and research-focused careers in food sciences.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$43,730 per year

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A$11,009 per year

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Information

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2 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

February, July

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M1372

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMURDOCH 40% ONLINE IWS AUSTRALIA - MACC SCHOLARSHIP

40% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL WELCOME SCHOLARSHIP (IWS) – AUSTRALIA

20% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL WELCOME SCHOLARSHIP (IWS)

Up to A$12,000

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