Graduate Coursework

Graduate Diploma in Food Science

  • Course code: GD-FOODSC
Clock
Duration
1 year full time / 2 years part time
Location
Mode (Location)
On Campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
February, July
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) available
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Student experience

Overview

HIGH-TECH FACILITIES

Our state-of-the-art sensory lab facility drives research into understanding the sensory and emotional response of consumers towards food products, while our advanced analytical lab facility drives research into phytochemicals, viticulture and new bioactives. Both support the agriculture and food industries to produce high-quality products that are sought after by consumers around the world.

INTERESTED IN FOOD? JOIN THE CLUB!

University student life doesn’t stop when your classes do. There are over 200 clubs you could join at the University of Melbourne, representing interests that range from food to robotics to film.

The Graduate Agriculture and Food Society (GAFS) runs events for students in graduate courses like the Graduate Diploma in Food Science, organises industry visits and tours and shares jobs and opportunities such as study tours to add to your experience. For more information get in touch.

Meet Master of Food Science student Maria who discovered her love for coffee while studying the chemistry of coffee flavour. Find out more about her research project and why she chose to study at the University of Melbourne.