The Bachelor of Food Technology with Honours (BFoodTech(Hons)) at Massey University is your pathway to a dynamic career in the global food industry, uniquely blending food science, engineering, and business principles. This comprehensive undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring technologists eager to tackle challenges in food product development, manufacturing, and quality assurance. You will gain foundational knowledge in chemistry, biology, and physics, alongside essential engineering and technology principles, preparing you to innovate and solve complex problems within this vital sector.
This full-time, four-year on-campus programme is structured in four parts, with each year comprising two semesters of intensive study. You will engage with a curriculum that progresses from fundamental sciences to specialised food chemistry, microbiology, process engineering, and product formulation. Throughout your degree, you will apply your learning through practical laboratory sessions and significant project work, addressing real-world industry tasks. Furthermore, you will complete 800 hours of practical work experience across three summer vacations with approved food industry employers, ensuring you graduate with both academic expertise and invaluable professional experience.