Bachelor of Science majoring in Food Science and Technology
Adelaide University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 04249J
Our Bachelor of Science majoring in Food Science and Technology teaches you to innovate and push the boundaries with food. It covers foundational chemistry and biology, with specialised courses in nutrition, microbiology, food science and technology. Hone your practical skills in purpose-built food laboratories, sensory booths, commercial kitchens and biomedical facilities. Experience the full production journey as you design, create and package food in line with industry standards. Get familiar with key technologies like pasteurisation, sterilisation and fermentation. Use sensory analysis to assess products, experimenting with different smells, textures and flavours.
Structure
144 units
Subjects
- Science of People, Society and the Future Planet SCIE1001
- Data Skills for Scientists STAT1000
- An Ethically Rich Life COREX001
- Fact or Fiction: Data for Everyone COREX002
- Igniting Change: Ideas to Action COREX003
- Proppa Ways, Future Practice COREX004
- Responsible AI: Bridging Ethics, Education and Industry COREX005
- Ways of Being, Ways of Seeing COREX006
- Biology 1A: Molecules, Genes and Cells BIOL1003
- Biology 1B: Evolution and Diversity of Organisms BIOL1004
- Foundations in Chemistry CHEM1000
- Chemistry 1A CHEM1002
- Chemistry 1B CHEM1003
- Planet Earth EART1000
- Earth, Climate and Life Systems EART1012
- Foundations in Mathematics MATH1000
- Calculus 1 MATH1004
- Calculus 2 MATH1005
- Foundations in Physics PHYS1000
- Physics 1A PHYS1001
- Physics 1B PHYS1002
- Linear Algebra MATHX104
- Differential Equations MATHX202
Standard entry requirements
- Secondary education (Year 12).
- Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
- Vocational Education and Training (VET).
- Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
- Higher education study.
- Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Adelaide City Campus | International: $159,900 | No |
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| Waite Campus | International: $159,900 | No |
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