Launch your food science career faster with an integrated degree
Food innovation, safety and sustainability are shaping the future of global food systems. Our Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition/Master of Food Science is an accelerated four-year degree designed to prepare you to respond to these evolving industry demands with advanced scientific knowledge and practical expertise.
Across your combined food science and nutrition degree, you’ll build strong foundations in food chemistry, food biotechnology, food safety, human physiology and human nutrition. You’ll explore how food is produced and processed, how nutrients impact human health, and how safe, high-quality food products are developed for diverse populations.
As you progress into the master’s component, you’ll deepen your expertise in food science through advanced study and research. You’ll investigate complex issues in food production, safety and quality, building the analytical and technical skills to solve real-world industry challenges.
You’ll be mentored by experienced academics and food industry leaders and study within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct. You’ll also have access to the world-class Nambeelup Food Centre, part of the Food Innovation Precinct Western Australia (FIPWA), where you’ll learn in industry-connected environments using cutting-edge technologies.
Throughout your food science course, you’ll apply your knowledge through practical learning and research, graduating with both a bachelor’s and master’s qualification and a competitive edge for a career in food science and nutrition.
3 reasons to study food science at Murdoch University
Fast-track your food science career by combining foundational knowledge from the bachelor’s degree with specialist, practical training at the master’s level in this integrated course.
Study in industry-connected environments at the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct and the Nambeelup Food Centre, part of FIPWA, using advanced facilities and technologies.
Build hands-on experience by conducting original research that addresses real-world challenges in food production, safety and quality.
What you’ll learn
Build a strong foundation in food science, including food composition, chemistry, processing and preservation.
Understand human nutrition, physiology and how diet influences health, wellbeing and disease prevention.
Apply food safety, risk analysis, quality assurance principles across food production systems.
Explore food engineering and how to adapt production processes to meet safety, regulatory and industry requirements.
Use laboratory and analytical techniques to evaluate food products and nutritional content.
Develop innovative food products that meet consumer, health and industry needs.
Design and conduct research to address challenges in food production, safety and quality.
Not only could I study a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biology and Toxicology, and a Bachelor of Criminology, but I had the opportunity to study them as a combined degree.
Danika, Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences
Your future career in food science
Food scientists play a key role in developing safe, high-quality and innovative food products for a growing global population. Our integrated degree in food science prepares you for a career across research, manufacturing and quality assurance environments. You can pursue opportunities in food production companies, research organisations, government agencies and food innovation facilities.
Potential roles include:
Food scientist
Food technologist
Product development specialist
Quality assurance officer
Food safety officer
Research scientist
For more details about our Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition/Master of Food Science, download our information pack.
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Admission requirements
Select which option best describes your path to university:
Means of admission
Minimum academic requirement
Minimum English requirement
Enabling courses (after Year 12)
No direct entry.
Enabling courses (in Year 12)
No direct entry.
University study
Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA.
Murdoch College
Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”Foundation Studies Coursewith a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Enabling courses (after Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement
No direct entry.
Enabling courses (in Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement
No direct entry.
University study
Minimum academic requirement
Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA.
Murdoch College
Minimum academic requirement
Successful completion of one of the following: Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) with a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”Murdoch University Preparation Course (MUPC) - (Accelerated Entry) with minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”Foundation Studies Coursewith a minimum average final mark of 78% or higher and a minimum score of 70% in “Introduction to Academic Communication”
Means of admission
Minimum academic requirement
Minimum English requirement
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.
Enabling courses (in Year 12)
No direct entry.
VET course studied at school
No direct entry.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Total score of 33 or higher.
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
CPS 70 or higher.
GCE A Levels
Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.
Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC)
90
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE)
Minimum academic requirement
Overall Position (OP) of 6 or lower.
Enabling courses (in Year 12)
Minimum academic requirement
No direct entry.
VET course studied at school
Minimum academic requirement
No direct entry.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Minimum academic requirement
Total score of 33 or higher.
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
Minimum academic requirement
CPS 70 or higher.
GCE A Levels
Minimum academic requirement
Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher.
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to
complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
Murdoch RISE is a selection rank adjustment, as part of our commitment to helping students from regional, Indigenous and low socio-economic backgrounds gain university entry.
If you achieve an ATAR of 60.00 - 89.95, a Murdoch RISE adjustment factor of up to 10.00 points may help you get into your preferred course. Murdoch RISE can increase your selection rank up to a maximum of 90.00.
There’s no application or need to register. If you are eligible, the adjustment factor is automatically added to your raw ATAR score when you apply.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to
complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
Admissions and pathways
Unsure whether you qualify for entry or what path to take? Whether you're a school leaver or non-school leaver, our range of pathways can help you get into Murdoch. Check out the options available to find the best one for you.
Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship. Whether you're a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.
