Overview

The UNSW Bachelor of Science (Honours) Food Science program is a four-year professional degree designed to equip you for a career as a professional food scientist with expertise in food science and technology, helping you specialise in the food product design and food processing aspects of food science. We provide … For more content click the Read More button below. The Food Science and Technology stream will build your knowledge of the science and technology of food processing, the properties of food components, and how we can optimise the quality and safety of foods. All major principles and concepts in food chemistry, nutrition, microbiology, processing, preservation, safety and quality assurance, product development and unit operations are covered. We emphasise food processing, product design and development offering an authentic design experience which integrates industry involvement, case studies, IP and product development. It’s a real-world opportunity for you to understand and apply the process from conception to development.  The Food Science degree provides an opportunity to also do an optional minor in Humanitarian Science and Technology that focuses on applying the Food Science knowledge towards achieving the UN Sustainable development goals. 

Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - BSc (Hons)3061 - Food Science (Honours)

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 180 UOC.

Discipline Electives18 Units of Credit:

Recommended electives

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Additional Information

Further Requirements

Students are expected to possess a calculator having exponential capabilities, however, more advanced calculators and personal computers, will be found useful.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Technology degree program are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

Pre-2019 Handbook Editions

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