Master of Food Technology – MFoodTech
Other Engineering
A course by
Massey University
Massey’s Master of Food Technology provides advanced research, technical, and industry-focused skills to solve real-world food industry challenges. Graduates become leaders in product and process development, quality management, and research within the thriving food technology sector.
NZ$12,344
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Core skills this course teaches
Undertake independent food technology research
Design and execute substantial independent research projects addressing real-world food industry issues.
Develop advanced technical and analytical food industry skills
Master laboratory and process engineering techniques in food texture, chemistry, packaging, and safety.
About This Course
The Master of Food Technology (MFoodTech) at Massey University is an internationally recognised programme focused on developing practical and research skills for the food industry. Students gain expertise in food engineering, quality management, product and process development, and undertake a substantial independent research project tackling real industry challenges. The programme includes access to world-leading research facilities, close industry engagement, and specialised courses in packaging, preservation, product development, and ingredient functionality. Massey is ranked among the top globally for Food Science and Technology.
Course Content
- Research Methods for Science and Technology
- Food Packaging, Preservation and Storage
- Strategic Food Product Development
- Food Ingredient Functionality
- Process Engineering and Optimisation
- Quality Management in Food Technology
- Technical Research Project / Thesis
- Sensory and Consumer Analysis
- Pilot Plant and Laboratory Research Experience
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in food engineering, food science, or food technology (or equivalent) with a B grade average; or
Build towards these roles
Food TechnologistResearch and Development ManagerQuality ManagerProduction ManagerProcess EngineerSensory Analyst
Build skills in these industries
Food and Beverage ManufacturingResearch and Development
