Modular Certificate in Food Science (part of Diploma in Applied Science (food Technology))
About This Course
The Modular Certificate in Food Science (MC4) comprises 180 hours of training, covering the following modules:
• Principles of Food Science (30 hrs)
• Sensory Evaluation (30 hrs)
• Analytical Methods in Food Science (30 hrs)
• Instrumental Analysis in Food Science (30 hrs)
• Fundamental in Food Chemistry (30 hrs)
• Applied Food Chemistry (30 hrs)
What You'll Learn
• characterize food groups and their processing flows.
• perform sensory evaluation and interpret consumer feedback.
• apply food chemistry knowledge in practical laboratory settings.
• execute analytical and instrumental methods for food quality analysis.
Entry Requirements
The admission requirements are:
• GCE 'O' level with minimum of 3 relevant passes and at least 1 yr of relevant working experience; or
• Nitec with GPA ≥ 3.5; or
• Nitec GPA ≥ 3.0 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience; or
• Higher Nitec with GPA ≥ 2.0, or
• Higher Nitec GPA ≥ 1.5 and at least with 1 yr of relevant work experience; or
• Nitec in Technology/Services* with GPA ≥ 3.5 and at least 1 yr of relevant working experience; or
• Higher Nitec in Technology/Services* with GPA ≥ 2.0 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience; or
• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher), and at least 1 yr of relevant working experience and Workplace Literary & Numeracy (WPLN) at Level ≥ 6; or
• At least 2 yrs relevant working experience (subject to interview/assessment).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on supporting evidence of competency readiness.