Graduates will be able to become researchers and developers, manage fresh convenience food operations, or market products in the food retail and production industries. These activities enhance the quality of fresh convenience foods and the quality of life of the consumer. A National Diploma in Food and Consumer Sciences or Consumer Science: Food and Nutrition (or an equivalent qualification) is necessary for admission.
Type: Under- or postgraduate degree
Duration: 1 year full time after obtaining national diploma / 2 years part time after national diploma
Compulsory Subjects
Fourth Year Subjects:
- Food and Food Science
- Nutrition
- Research Methodology (Natural Science)
- Marketing
- Industrial Psychology
Careers: food production manager or assistant, fresh foods manager or assistant, food buyer, cookery school consultant, food stylist, consumer advisor, food promotion consultant, customer service manager and technical representative.
Source: www.cput.ac.za