Master of Food Technology – MFoodTech
Food & Beverage
A course by
Massey University
Massey’s Master of Food Technology provides research and practical skills for tackling real food industry problems, preparing graduates for roles in research, development, and leadership across the food sector.
NZ$11,645
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct independent food industry research
Design and implement a significant independent research project that solves real-world problems in the food industry.
Master practical and technical food industry skills
Use advanced analytical equipment and pilot plant technology for food product and process development.
About This Course
The Master of Food Technology (MFoodTech) at Massey University is an internationally recognised degree that equips students with advanced technical and research skills needed for the food industry. You will work with state-of-the-art facilities, engage in independent research on practical food industry issues, and access expertise in a range of food sectors. The programme focuses on real industry problems, product and process development, and innovation, and graduates are in demand for their ability to manage and develop food products and processes at a commercial scale.
Course Content
- Research methods in engineering and technology
- Food packaging, preservation, and storage
- Strategic food product development
- Food ingredient functionality
- Thesis in defined area of food science, technology or engineering
- Independent research project focusing on real food industry problems
- Statistical design of research, hypothesis testing, data analysis
- Sensory evaluation and consumer research
- Process development and scale-up in pilot plant
- Post-harvest packaging and preservation
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in food engineering, food science or food technology with a minimum B average at 200- and 300-levels or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Research and development roles in the food industryProcess/product development specialistQuality managementProduction managementLeadership and management positions in the food sectorSet up own businessProgression to PhD or research positions
