Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition / Master of Food Science

This accelerated integrated Bachelor and Master course in Food Science and Nutrition fast-tracks you to postgraduate research and equips you with the skills to excel in the food industry. It is ideal for those who want to make a real difference to our future food supply and community health.  

Study subjects such as the chemistry of food, human physiology, food biotechnology and the impact of nutrition on human health to gain a thorough understanding of the scientific theory and practical skills connecting food science and human health.  

At master level, put theory into real-world practice under the mentorship of experienced academics and food industry leaders. You will have the opportunity to study at the Murdoch Food Centre, a world-class facility for food professionals and researchers.   

This combination of real-world experience, specialist training and access to cutting-edge technologies ensures you graduate with advanced professional skills, ready to succeed in a variety of fields across the food industry. 

3 reasons to study Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition / Master of Food Science at Murdoch University: 

• Combine foundational knowledge from the bachelor with specialist, practical training at the master level in this fast-tracked integrated course, giving you a competitive edge as you launch your career in food science. 
• Access to world class facilities such as Murdoch’s Food Centre, part of the Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia (FIPWA) and the leading medical research institute, The Australian National Phenome Centre.  
• Build hands-on experience by conducting original research that addresses real-world challenges in food production, safety and quality. 

What you’ll learn: 

This integrated course will provide you with the practical skills needed to excel in a career in the food industry, whilst covering topics such as: 

• The connection between food nutrition and human health and illness prevention 
• Key principles of human nutrition 
• Food engineering and how to adapt food production to incorporate risk analysis and food safety planning 
• Food product design and development 

Your future career 

You will graduate with the skills needed to work across a variety of fields across both the private and public sector. Careers can be varied, from nutritionist, food scientist, food safety officer to product manager. Sectors could include:  

• Food manufacturing facilities 
• Government organisations in food policy  
• Community health organisations 
• Food marketing 
• Food service facilities  
• Food science research organisations 
• Analytical food microbiology or chemistry services