Postgraduate

Postgraduate programmes in Food Science, continue after completion of the 4 year bachelor’s degree. 

Students can, depending on their existing qualifications, join an appropriate postgraduate research project to obtain one of the following degrees:

  • MSc in Food Science
  • MSc in Food and Nutrition Security  (see attached brochure)
  • PhD in Food Science
  • DSc in Food Science


Progr​amme information

For complete information on degree structure, subject choices and application procedures, please refer to University of Stellenbosch yearbook for the Faculty of AgriSciences.

General Enquiries

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Ms Natasha Coltman
Administrative Officer

Research Focus Areas

  • Postharvest Biosystems and Agroprocessing
  • Cereal Science & Brewing Technology
  • Near-infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy and Hyperspectral Imaging
  • Sensory Science and Sensometrics
  • Sensory for the Food Industry
  • New Product Development & Functional Foods
  • Food and Water Quality and Safety
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