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    Master of Food Science MFoodSci
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    Master of Food Science MFoodSci

    University of Auckland

    University of Auckland

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    New Zealand, Auckland

    University RankQS Ranking
    65

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Credit point

    180 Points

    Campuses

    City

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 18 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 52,842  / year
    Next Intake March-2026

    Master of Food Science MFoodSci

    About

    The MFoodSci programme includes a mix of taught courses and a research project conducted under the supervision of a food science academic.

    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.

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    Disciplines

    Science

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    2025 entry requirements

    My highest qualification is from:

    Programme requirements

    Minimum programme requirements

    Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

    • Study option
      Taught 180 points
      Grade required
      GPA Grade Point Average 4.0

    Further programme requirements

    Taught 180 points

    A Bachelor’s degree majoring in Food Science, or an equivalent subject.

    Other pathways to study

    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.

    Programme requirements

    Minimum programme requirements

    Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

    • Study option
      Taught 180 points
      Grade required
      GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0

      An undergraduate degree in Food Science, or another relevant subject

    • Qualification
      IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
      Score required
      6.5

    Further programme requirements

    Taught 180 points

    You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in Food Science or another relevant subject, at a recognized university (or similar institution).

    You will need a GPE of 4.0.

    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.

    Career

    Where could this programme take you?

    MFoodSci graduates will receive training in food science and substantive research experience in this field. On completion of the degree, students will be equipped to apply their skills and understanding in careers in the food industry or in food science. This programme also provides a pathway to PhD studies.

    Jobs related to this programme

    • Food analysis
    • Quality control and quality assurance
    • Product development
    • Sensory & Consumer testing
    • Food manufacturing
    • Technical sales
    • Regulating authorities
    • Academic and industry research

    Read about the MFoodSci programme in detail and discover whether it's the right study path for you.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    NZD 52,842 

    Application Fee

    NZD  
    University of Auckland

    Master of Food Science MFoodSci

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