Program Overview
The Food Science at University of Melbourne is a Master programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of agriculture & environmental studies. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Food Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 38,272 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Food Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:
- Environmental Scientist
- Sustainability Manager
- Agricultural Analyst
- Conservation Officer
- Food Safety Specialist
- Climate Policy Advisor
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Global Environment and SustainabilityCORE\t12.5
- Human Resource ManagementCORE\t12.5
- Sustainability and Behaviour ChangeCORE\t12.5
- Value Chain AnalysisCORE\t12.5
- Current Issues in Dairy ScienceCORE\t12.5
- Meat and Meat ProductsCORE\t12.5
- Managing MarketsCORE\t12.5
- Agribusiness Management EconomicsCORE\t12.5
- Sustainable Food: Policy and PracticeCORE\t12.5
- Sustainable Food ProductionCORE\t12.5
- Sensory Analysis and PracticeCORE\t12.5
- The Politics of FoodCORE\t12.5
- Food Packaging Materials and ProcessesCORE\t12.5
- Health Aspects in Functional FoodsCORE\t12.5
- Nutrition Politics and PolicyCORE\t12.5
- Food Packaging DesignCORE\t12.5
- Food BiotechnologyCORE\t12.5
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline, with at least H3 (65%) weighted average, or equivalent;\xc2\xa0or
- a graduate or postgraduate certificate in\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0a cognate discipline with at least an H3 (65%) weighted average, or equivalent;\xc2\xa0or
- a graduate or postgraduate diploma in a cognate discipline with at least an H3 (65%) weighted average, or equivalent; or
- an honours degree in a cognate discipline, or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 38,272 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 38,272 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Melbourne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Melbourne
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-05-18
- Start Date 2018-07-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months