Master of Dairy Science and Technology – MDairyScTech
Other Engineering
A course by
Massey University
Learn chemistry, microbiology, and process technology required to manufacture high-quality dairy products. The qualification covers dairy industry structure, strategy, organisation, and function, including legislation and safety.
NZ$50,190
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 9 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$50,190
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 9 Certification (120 Credits)
Post Grad
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate advanced knowledge in dairy chemistry, microbiology, and process technology
Graduates will apply their understanding of core scientific principles to solve problems in dairy product manufacturing.
Apply engineering and management principles to dairy production
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Dairy Science and Technology equips graduates with advanced knowledge of dairy chemistry, microbiology, process technology, and the engineering principles necessary for the manufacture of high-quality dairy products. Students gain specialist skills in dairy industry structure, strategy, management, product development, and compliance with legislation and safety standards. The programme combines compulsory courses and a substantial research project, and is designed for professionals employed within the New Zealand dairy industry.
Course Content
- Dairy chemistry, microbiology, and process technology
- Dairy engineering principles and project management
- Product evaluation, development, and industry structure
- Legislation and safety in dairy production
- Case studies in dairy ingredients and product manufacturing (cheese, butter, milk powder, casein, whey protein)
- Technical projects investigating dairy processes and products
- Research project in dairy science and technology
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, Bachelor of Science with Honours, or Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours (or equivalent)
Approved employment in the New Zealand dairy industry
Find these employment opportunities
Dairy technologistDairy process engineerProduct development managerQuality and safety manager in the dairy industryResearch and technical roles in dairy organisations
