Master of Food Science
The MFoodSci provides students with the opportunity to gain specialist knowledge and skills in the key aspects of Food Science, including food chemistry, food safety and food process engineering.
Programme overview
The MFoodSci programme includes a mix of taught courses and a research project conducted under the supervision of a food science academic.
The programme provides a bridge for students with an undergraduate degree in food science related disciplines to move into the food science area.
Postgraduate students in food science have a good record of employability in industry.
Campus Information
City Campus
The City Campus is right in the heart of Auckland. You are within walking distance of all the main cultural, entertainment and commercial hubs.
Intakes
- Feb
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Academic and industry research
- Food analysis
- Food manufacturing
- Product development
- Quality control and quality assurance
- Regulating authorities
- Sensory & Consumer testing
- Technical sales
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Study option
- Taught180 points
Grade required
- GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
An undergraduate degree in Food Science, or another relevant subject.
Further programme requirements
Taught 180 points
- You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in Food Science or another relevant subject, at a recognized university (or similar institution).
- You will need a GPE of 4.0.
- Relevant subjects may include biology, biotechnology, chemistry, food process engineering, food science, and pharmacology.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
72932 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: 100 NZD
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