Graduate Diploma in Food Science

The Graduate Diploma in Food Science combines a strong core in food chemistry, processing, sensory science, food safety and microbiology with career-focused electives. The Graduate Diploma in Food Science provides a stepping-stone to an exciting range of careers. As a food scientist, your work could involve: Finding the best balance of ingredients to improve flavour in food formulation; Discovering healthy new foods through research; Investigating the effects of bioactive food components like prebiotics and antioxidants on health; Helping to ensure foods are safely processed and produced; Maintaining quality in food manufacturing; Making foods stay safe and stable for longer. Modern scientific workplaces require workers with a range of skills and capabilities beyond the lab. You can broaden your knowledge and career possibilities by selecting electives that will prepare you for the workplace.