Overview

Through the Food Science from University of Auckland you will learn about topics such as the structure and composition of foods, food chemistry, nutritional and sensory qualities, food safety, preservation and evaluation. These underpin all aspects of manufacturing, processing and production in food-related industries.

Postgraduate study in Food Science will provide you with the skills to work in the food industry.

Career opportunities:

As a graduate of the Master of Food Science programme at University of Auckland you will be skilled in a focused area of expertise, and better equipped to find employment in your chosen field. The MSc is a vital qualification if you want to pursue employment in a research-led area, or progress further academically.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Food Processing
Food Science

Advanced Food Science
Chemistry

Engineering Biotechnology
Thesis in Food Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-04 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

120 or 240

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Paraparaumu, New Zealand

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Taught/Research 120 points

You must have completed one year of postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree, at a recognised university (or similar institution), in a similar field to your intended specialisation. You will need a GPE of 5.0.

Taught/Research 240 points

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in science in a similar field to your intended specialisation at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 5.0.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

52842 NZD / year

≈ 52842 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9398 NZD / year

≈ 9398 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students NZ$8,866.80 – $10,275.60*

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

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