Bachelor of Food Science and Technology Bachelor of Business at University of Technology Sydney

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According to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestries, Australia has an international reputation as being a producer of modern, safe, reliable and sustainable food. In Australia, the food industry represents around 20% of domestic manufacturing sales and service income. With the Bachelor of Food Science and Technology Bachelor of Business, students develop the scientific knowledge and business expertise to make their mark on this burgeoning field.

Course content combines food science and biotechnology-led innovation with the study of fundamental business subjects and specialist business majors. By the end of their studies, graduates are ready to transform global food production practices and the vibrant food technology economy that underpins them.

Why UTS Science?

UTS Science, one of Australia's leading university science faculties, is committed to scientific advancement that creates a more sustainable world. When students study with UTS, they join a university that delivers global impact in STEM education and research and a faculty that produces scientists with the power to transform the profession.

Course features

Complete a series of common core subjects that underpin all undergraduate UTS Science degrees. Design, Data, and Decisions and Scientific Perspectives for Global Issues are designed to equip students with a toolkit of technical and workplace skills, preparing them to thrive both at and after uni.
Food Science and Technology  subjects emphasise the science behind food products and their development, including specialist food technology subjects and related learning in biochemistry, biotechnology and biobusiness. A final-year capstone project challenges students to formulate and develop a novel food product. Free electives include opportunities for international exchange, professional internships or subjects from UTS Science, Law, and Design, Architecture and Building.
Business subjects include the study of fundamental business theory and practice, plus specialist learning in one or more specialist disciplines. Students can choose majors, sub-majors and electives in Accounting, Advertising and Marketing Communications, Business Data Analytics, Business Law, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, International Business, Management. Major extensions are also available in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing.

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Course aims

Where food tech and business meet

With its focus on the whole food system and the circular economy, the Bachelor of Food Science and Technology Bachelor of Business is unique in New South Wales. Students gain industry relevant food science skills both in and beyond the lab and the business acumen to bring new food products to life.

Customisable learning

Students can use their option subjects to deepen their scientific or business expertise or expand their learning. Options include The Bio Kitchen, with its focus on the creation of novel biomaterials, Analytical Chemistry and Biobusiness.

Study in purpose-built facilities

As a university of technology, UTS is known for its commitment to practice-based teaching and the integration of new technologies into course design and development. Students learn in the world-class Hive Superlab and UTS Science Superlab, two tech-driven learning environments that support simultaneous teaching of multiple classes in a single collaborative space. Dedicated food processing and sensory laboratories will allow students to hone their skills in food processing, production and product design.

Innovation and Transdisciplinary program

Transdisciplinary Electives at UTS Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree. All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most. Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives. By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline. If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe. In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates. * Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Career

Careers

Your future career

A diversity of positions in a variety of food and beverage companies from large multinationals to innovative start-up companies, including roles focused on food and beverage product development, manufacturing, quality and safety testing, nutritional assessment, packaging, storage and distribution and sustainable production.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 215,899

Application Fee

AUD

Bachelor of Food Science and Technology Bachelor of Business

University of Technology Sydney

University of Technology Sydney

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