Course details

Summary

Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Science programme is applied and context-based designed to produce graduates who have a firm grounding in the basic sciences. These can be applied to processes in the environment, in ecosystems, or at the molecular level. This will contribute to sustainable management and conservation of land, water and air and the country’s natural resources.

Programme structure:

• Pass at least 360 credits (24 courses)
• Pass all compulsory courses
• Complete no more than 165 credits (11 courses) at 100 level
• Complete at least 75 credits (5 courses) at 300 level.

Meet the requirements of at least one of the named Bachelor of Science majors.

The Food Science major focuses on something that we all need - food. Food also happens to be key to New Zealand’s economy. Graduates of this major will be the drivers of the New Zealand economy of the future and will possess the scientific and personal skills to make you highly employable not only in the New Zealand food industry but globally. The course is taught by world-leading academics and covers practical and theoretical aspects of food composition, processing, microbiology, safety, nutrition, sensory evaluation and consumer-focused product innovation. Guest speakers from industry, together with problem based active learning tasks, ensure students have a hands-on engagement with potential employers from the beginning of their studies.

Careers outcomes:

Graduates for this major can expect to develop careers in product development and quality assurance within the food industry, both within New Zealand and internationally.

Accreditation: The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology has accredited the Food Science major of the BSc. Those who complete this major will be entitled to Institute membership.

Entry criteria

Applicants must have University Entrance through NCEA, or an approved equivalent qualification. They should also have obtained an overall CAE or FCE score of 169, with no individual component less than 162; PTE of 50 overall score - with no communicative skill less than 42; Lincoln University English Language of LU EL 65%; NZCEL of Level 4 (Academic Endorsement).