Overview

The Master of Food Science from University of Auckland includes a mix of taught courses and a research project conducted under the supervision of a food science academic.

Key Facts

The programme provides a bridge for students with an undergraduate degree in food science related disciplines to move into the food science area.

Postgraduate students in food science have a good record of employability in industry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Food Processing

Food Analysis

Engineering Biotechnology

Research Proposal

Food Safety

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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90

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4.5

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Food Science View 11 other Masters in Food Science in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

4

English requirements

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OR

90

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of at least 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, or the equivalent.

Relevant subjects may include biology, biotechnology, chemistry, food process engineering, food science, and pharmacology.

If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Food Science.

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

55485 NZD / year

≈ 55485 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

11708 NZD / year

≈ 11708 NZD / year

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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