This double degree is the first of its kind in Australia, capitalising on the demand for food technologists with strong business management and marketing skills.

You'll gain the technical knowledge to work in the food industry, as well as the skills to design and promote innovative products.

This degree will develop professionals with the scientific knowledge essential for advancing technological capabilities, plus the international business, economic and financial know-how to perform management analyses with a global perspective.

You will be able to manage large-scale food processing companies with a global operational focus to make Australian manufacturing more competitive.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of this degree will be in high demand and able to work in scientific and management roles.

Food processing is Victoria's largest manufacturing industry and offers excellent employment opportunities in scientific and management roles.

Graduates have found work with large food companies such as Mondelez, Simplot, Fonterra, Cadbury, Uncle Toby's and HJ Heinz, in areas such as research and design, quality assurance, marketing and management.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) and the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).