BIOTECHNOLOGY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
ADV DIP IN CONS SCIE IN FOOD & NUTRITION

Course Aim:
On completion of this qualification graduates will be able to develop food products based on knowledge of food science principles, food product development theory and practice and sound nutritional concepts. The aim is to enhance the quality of life of the consumer. Graduates will also be able to work as part of a food and nutrition research team applying the principles of research methodology in a food or food-related field.

Opportunities:
Former students are employed as food product developers, product/technical representatives, food promotion consultants and in food research and development. Further career prospects are similar to those of the National Diploma but with better opportunities for advancement in research and managerial positions.

Admission requirements:
A Diploma in Consumer Science: Food and Nutrition (or equivalent qualification) is required and an average of 60% for subjects at NQF Level 6 or higher.


Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements

Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements

Syllabus and fees

Please note:

The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.


Prepare this quote for:
FOURTH YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)

FOOD AND NUTRITION PROJECT (FNP470S)
R 10,060.00
FOOD DEVELOPMENT (FDD470S)
R 10,060.00
NUTRITIONAL STUDIES (NTS470S)
R 10,060.00


Select one of the following electives:
FOOD COMMUNICATION (FDC470S)
R 10,060.00
FOOD SAFETY ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING (FST470S)
R 10,060.00


Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
Offering type: PART-TIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS

For any queries get in contact with:
Ms N Mfayana
+27 21 460 3186
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Mrs N Nokhepheyi (Faculty Office)
+27 21 460 3218
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Llwellyn Appel
+27 +21 +959 6818
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NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.

Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.