Program Overview

Master of Food and Packaging Innovation

The Master of Food and Packaging Innovation is an advanced interdisciplinary degree that combines food science, entrepreneurship, and innovation in product and packaging design.

Overview

This unique course was developed in collaboration with the food and packaging industries to fill a need for food and food packaging product developers in Australia. Scientists at the University of Melbourne are working to develop new food products and design innovative packaging to improve food quality and sustainability. Throughout your degree, you'll be exposed to the latest research in food and packaging while hearing from industry experts via guest lectures.

Course Structure

The core suite of subjects in the Master of Food and Packaging Innovation is designed to help you build the knowledge and skills required to develop and market new food products and innovative and sustainable packaging designs. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of food science, critical thinking, innovation, leadership, and packaging, and discover advanced research and its practical application in commercial settings.

Key Features

• Gain industry experience through an internship with a dynamic business in the food sector to build your network and accelerate your career.
• Choose from a wide range of elective subjects and focus on key aspects of food science, such as meat products and dairy, or key aspects of the food industry, such as science commercialisation and value chain analysis.
• Undertake an internship as part of the Master of Food and Packaging Innovation, providing access to some of Australia's most well-known brands and state-of-the-art facilities, as well as opportunities for mentoring and network-building.

Career Outcomes

The Master of Food and Packaging Innovation prepares you for a range of interesting and creative careers, including:

• Developing new food products
• Designing innovative food packaging to improve food quality and sustainability
• Formulating strategies to market new products based on your scientific knowledge and business acumen

Program Details

• Course code: MC-FOODPI
• Duration: 2 years full-time / 4 years part-time
• Location: On campus (Parkville)
• Intake: March, July
• Fees: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available

Related Study Areas

• Agricultural and veterinary sciences
• Food science

Entry Requirements

Access Melbourne is available, providing opportunities for students who may not have otherwise considered university study.

Research Areas

The program focuses on developing advanced knowledge in food science, packaging innovation, and entrepreneurship, with a strong emphasis on industry collaboration and practical application.