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Master of Science (Food Science)

Australia

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What will I learn?

Develop your advanced research skills and contribute to new developments in food sciences. RMIT's clinical and experiential research projects contribute to the growth and development of food sciences in Australia. This master degree may be undertaken in a project or thesis mode. The School of Science is renowned for our technical expertise and understanding of the commercial realities and needs of different industry sectors. RMIT partners with industry leaders and works collaboratively with experts from other disciplines, shaping a range of solutions to real-world problems. You are encouraged to participate in activities offered by the university, College and School according to your needs and interests. This master's degree may be undertaken in a project or thesis mode. Prospective candidates should discuss these modes of submission with their potential supervisor/s prior to application. A masters degree will provide you with a foundation for further studies into a PhD and employment in senior leadership and management research-based positions in a variety of government, non-government and corporate organisations.

Which department am I in?

STEM College

CRICOS

079687M

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$37,440.00 (20,81,735) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

August 2025

Venue

Melbourne City Campus

124 La Trobe Street,

MELBOURNE,

Victoria,

3000, MELBOURNE, Australia

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$37,440.00 (20,81,735) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

May 2025

Venue

Melbourne City Campus

124 La Trobe Street,

MELBOURNE,

Victoria,

3000, MELBOURNE, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are:

a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or
evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.

At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher.

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About RMIT University

RMIT is among the premier international universities in the world is renowned for its innovative curriculum and applied research.

  • Based in the heart of Melbourne City
  • Houses some of the world’s best facilities
  • Among the world’s top 125 universities (QS 2025)
  • Specialises in industry-based and practical learning