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RMIT University

  • 45% international / 55% domestic

Bachelor of Science(Food Technology & Nutrition)/Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Hons)

  • Bachelor

Hone your skills in food science and engineering.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
5 years full-time
Course Code
BH099FTNDD, 079788F
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$39,216 per year / $196,080 total

About this course

This course will prepare you for a leading role in the food industry. You'll gain technology, nutrition and engineering skills in the key areas of product development and production systems.

The course aims to produce graduates with skills and capabilities relevant to large-scale food production. You'll learn how to design the plant, the process and the product.

This is ideal if you're interested in:

  • developing new products, design processes and packaging
  • food safety and quality assurance
  • improving the efficiency of the food processing industry.

Studying at RMIT gives you plenty of hands-on experience, thanks to our strong links with major companies and our well-equipped laboratories.

The course allows you to complete two degrees in a reduced amount of time and increases your employment prospects. You will interact with a range of industries and broaden your career prospects.

Become highly employable in this growth industry and start a career in product development, food regulation, quality assurance and research.

Study locations

Bundoora

Melbourne City

Career pathways

As Victoria's largest manufacturing industry, food processing offers excellent employment opportunities.

Graduates find jobs in large food processing companies such as Nestle, Cadbury, Simplot, Heinz and Mondelez in research and development, marketing, or quality assurance roles.

Credit for prior study or work

Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.