Program Overview
The Master of Food Security at Murdoch University equips students to address global food security challenges by focusing on sustainable agriculture, innovative strategies, and policies that balance food production with environmental protection. Graduates are prepared for careers in the public and private sectors, consulting, and intergovernmental organizations, where they can contribute to feeding a growing population and securing a sustainable future.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Food Security is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the challenges of ensuring food security for a growing global population. The program focuses on sustainable agricultural practices and explores the strategies required to achieve food security without harming the environment.
Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of food security, including its pillars and the challenges it faces.
- Explore policies related to food security and trade in a global context.
- Investigate the concept of producing, protecting, and providing food to ensure sustainable food production.
Program Description:
The program emphasizes the importance of managing food security in the face of a growing population and increasing challenges to food availability and access. It highlights the crucial role of biosecurity in protecting the food supply chain from pests and diseases. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable food systems that can meet the needs of a growing population without compromising the environment.
Teaching:
- The program draws on Murdoch's research strengths in crop and pasture and agricultural biotechnology.
- Students benefit from learning from teaching staff with significant practical experience in the field.
- The program emphasizes strong ties to industry, allowing students to conduct projects that focus on real-world issues.
Careers:
- Graduates are well-prepared for careers in the public and private sectors, including the consulting industry in Australia and overseas.
- Potential career paths include:
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Agricultural Consultant
Other:
- The program is unique in Australia.
- Graduates may be eligible for membership in professional societies such as the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and the Australian Society of Horticultural Sciences.
