Bachelor of Science (Food Technology)/Bachelor of Business (Management)

The following data provides an indication of the likely peer cohort for new undergraduate students at RMIT. It was collected from students who were enrolled after the census date and who started studying in Semester 1, 2018. It covers students at all Australian campuses, including international students studying in Australia. The data has been grouped by each student’s most relevant education or work and life experience.

This course is the first of its kind in Australia and capitalises on the demand for food technologists with strong business management and marketing skills.

You'll gain the technical knowledge to work in the food industry and the management and marketing skills to design and promote innovative products.

The first two years includes foundation studies in food technology, nutrition and business.

The third year further develops your skills in food technology with studies in food microbiology and processing, sensory evaluation, and consumer behaviour. Your business studies continue with courses in business management and governance.

The final year comprises advanced food technology and management subjects, and projects that may be linked with a host food company to apply developed knowledge in a real-life context.

Help make Australian manufacturing more competitive as you graduate with the ability to manage large-scale food processing companies with a focus on global operations.

The Food Innovation and Research Centre is a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility where you will develop practical, hands-on skills with access to a modern pilot plant simulating industrial production, food preparation and processing equiplment.

RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise.

One of Australia's original tertiary institutions, RMIT University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in professional and vocational education, applied research, and engagement with the needs of industry and the community.

RMIT is a world leader in art and design, architecture, education, engineering, development, computer science and information systems, business and management, and communication and media studies.

Contact

Student enquiries: +61 3 9925 2260
Address: 330 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm AEST/ADST

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g. ATAR or GPA (including any adjustments).

Satisfactory completion of at least four courses (subjects) at an Australian undergraduate level or overseas equivalent.

Satisfactory completion of an Australian Certificate IV or above or equivalent.

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent more than 2 years ago.

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

You must sit the STAT Multiple Choice if:
– You have no prior Year 12, TAFE/VET qualifications, HE results or relevant work experience that meet the minimum entry requirements for the program
– You are 19 years of age or over (as of 1 Jan 2019) and have not enrolled in secondary studies for at least two years

The STAT Multiple Choice will satisfy Year 12 English and Year 11 Mathematics prerequisites. Applicants must meet all other prerequisites or equivalents. Learn more about RMIT STAT results.

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent. If applicable, this includes equity access schemes and any other adjustment factors.

Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

Elite Athlete Program

The RMIT Elite Athlete Program (REAP) supports elite and emerging athletes to achieve sporting and academic excellence.

Equity access schemes take into account educational disadvantages and circumstances that may have impacted on an applicant’s most recent academic performance.

Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)/RMIT Access

This is a gender underrepresented program and awards adjustment factors to male applicants. To qualify you must submit a SEAS/RMIT Access application and complete category 1.

School Network Access Program (SNAP)

Available to applicants studying year 12 at a SNAP partner school.

The SNAP access scheme is designed to increase tertiary access and participation of eligible students by giving them priority access to RMIT diploma and degree programs.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

The Indigenous Access Program will support your application into RMIT programs through an informal interview process with support from the Ngarara Willim Centre. Your relevant life, work, educational and training experience as preparation for study, in addition to any formal qualifications, are all considered.

VTAC applications – Semester 1, 2019

If you are a year 12 student and your course is advertised in VTAC you must apply via VTAC.

Applications open 6 August 2018.

Timely applications close 27 September 2018.

Late applications close 2 November 2018.

Very late applications close 7 December 2018 (earlier due dates may apply to some programs with selection tasks).

Acceptance of offer

Once you receive an offer to study at RMIT, read your offer letter thoroughly and make sure you understand the terms and conditions. Demand for places at RMIT is high so we recommend that you accept your offer as soon as possible. To accept your offer, you'll need to enrol. Check your email for the information you need to help you enrol.

Advanced standing / Academic credit / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be entitled to apply for credit so your previous learning, whether formal or informal, or experience counts toward your RMIT program. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience.
Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree.

Deferment

RMIT permits eligible offer holders to defer the commencement of their studies. If you wish to defer it is very important that you do not enrol. You may be eligible to defer your program if you do so before the last day to enrol for your commencing semester.

Academic governance policies in all aspects of admission

RMIT is committed to admissions transparency.

All programs and courses offered by RMIT University and RMIT Vietnam are subject to the Admissions and Credit Policy.

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Careers

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Chaplaincy

The Chaplaincy provides help and spiritual support for students and staff of all faiths and none.

Childcare

RMIT City Campus Children's Centre provides long daycare for the children of staff and students at RMIT University.

Counselling

The RMIT Counselling Service provides professional counselling to all students on each campus.

Emergency services

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Exchange programs

See the world, meet new friends and create international networks by joining our Student exchange program.

Medical or other health and wellbeing services

Your health can affect your studies. If you are not feeling well or are in pain there are medical, dental, and specialist health services near your campus.

Library/computing services

There is a Library available to you at each RMIT University campus. There are two city-based Library sites: Swanston and Carlton. There is a Library on the Bundoora West campus and another on the Brunswick campus.

RMIT offers a wide range of information technologies (IT) to support your learning experience and help you engage with the University community.

Safer Community provides support and advice to students and staff concerned about threatening or inappropriate behaviour.

Sports and recreation

What's life with all study and no play? Whether it's a sport club, personal training or a cheeky game of badminton you seek, check out your sport and fitness options at RMIT.

Student organisations

RUSU is the only 100 percent independent body at RMIT. We are here to ensure your university experience extends beyond lectures and assignments. We are responsible for creating student life on campus. Every week RUSU's purple colours will be out and about with free food and fun so make sure you check out our events.

Support services for LGBTIQ students

Welcome to the Queer Department! The Queer Department exists to represent, advocate for and empower RMIT students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or intersex, and those who are curious about or questioning their sexuality.

Transport

Melbourne is serviced by a well-developed network of trams, buses, trains and airports. Find out more about transport.

Welfare services

The Welfare department is here to support you through issues you may face during your time as a student. This may include personal issues such as financial hardship or health care whilst also considering the broader government policies around higher education and student welfare.

All undergraduate and honours degrees at RMIT have Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. As a CSP student, you may be eligible to apply for a HECS-HELP loan, which can be used to defer payment of up to 100% of your student contribution fees.

Commonwealth supported places (CSP) for 2019 range from AU$6,566 to AU$10,958*.

* Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum, and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load.

Additional expenses

Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$303 maximum fee for 2018.

Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.

Please visit our website for additional information on fees.

Emergency financial assistance is available to students experiencing temporary hardship.

If you are experiecing financial difficulties, there is support available.

Youth and Student Allowances (Centrelink)

Youth Allowance or financial help may be available if you’re 24 or younger and a student or Australian Apprentice; or 21 or younger and looking for work.

Government student loans

Study Assist provides information for students about givernment assistance for financing tertiary study.

RMIT student loans

The Student Loan Fund provides interest-free loans to RMIT students who are experiencing severe financial difficulties due to unforeseen circumstances.

Scholarships

RMIT supports a comprehensive scholarship program which addresses some of the financial, educational and circumstantial disadvantages our students can face through their studies. More than 2000 scholarships worth millions of dollars are awarded annually.

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VTAC

States other than Victoria – study score conversion (PDF)