If you are passionate about food, health, and science, a degree in Food Science and Technology might be the perfect fit for you. This dynamic field offers a wide range of career opportunities, blending expertise from chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, nutrition, physics, and engineering.
Food scientists, technologists, and engineers work collaboratively to ensure the production of safe, nutritious, and appealing foods that are both economically viable and sustainable. In fact, food scientists drive an exciting area of research with the help of other natural sciences, such as biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics. With growing attention on sustainability, reducing food waste, and addressing climate change, there is an increasing demand for innovations in plant-based proteins, cellular proteins, animal welfare, sustainable food packaging, green processing methods, and health-promoting ingredients. The global food industry is evolving to tackle the challenges of climate change and meet the future needs of food security.
At UNSW, the Food Science Program (with two streams: Food Science & Technology and Food Science & Nutrition) within the School of Chemical Engineering provides a unique education platform focused on practical, hands-on learning and industry connections. Our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to pursue a wide range of career opportunities across public and private sectors, as well as in academia. Our programs are recognised by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT, USA).
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UNSW Food Science also offers a Minor program in Humanitarian Science and Technology with the opportunity to combine your passion for Food Science and Humanitarian Engineering.
