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FOODSCI 301
: Food Quality Attributes2025 Semester One (1253)
Attributes that make food attractive, such as colour, flavour, and texture, and how they alter during processing are studied. Texture measurement and methods of studying food structure will be discussed. Lectures will be given on non-destructive testing of food. Recommended preparation: BIOSCI 203
Prerequisite: FOODSCI 200 or 201
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FOODSCI 306
: Principles of Food Processing2025 Semester One (1253)
The fundamental principles of freezing and thawing, thermal processing and canning, fermentation and dehydration are studied. The fundamental areas of engineering relevant for food processing such as heat and mass transfer, are covered. Process impact on food safety, quality and preservation is also discussed.
Prerequisite: FOODSCI 202
Restriction: CHEMMAT 756
Restriction: CHEMMAT 756
303
FOODSCI 310
: Theory of Food Product Design2025 Semester One (1253)
Examines the science underpinning human sensory perception and food preferences and how this science interfaces with the design and development of food products as well as the fundamental aspects of food product development.
Prerequisite: FOODSCI 100, 200 and STATS 101 or 108
Restriction: FOODSCI 303, 304
Restriction: FOODSCI 303, 304
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FOODSCI 399
: Capstone: Food and Nutrition2025 Semester Two (1255)
Food and Nutrition pathway students will work together in groups to identify and develop a new food product or food system that addresses or responds to a nutritional issue. Students will focus on the interplay between the nutritional aspects of the product or system and the sensory, stability, convenience, cost, regulatory and processing aspects of the product.
Prerequisite: FOODSCI 303 or 310 and a further 30 points at Stage III in Food Science and Nutrition
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FOODSCI 399
: Capstone: Food and Nutrition2025 Semester One (1253)
Food and Nutrition pathway students will work together in groups to identify and develop a new food product or food system that addresses or responds to a nutritional issue. Students will focus on the interplay between the nutritional aspects of the product or system and the sensory, stability, convenience, cost, regulatory and processing aspects of the product.
Prerequisite: FOODSCI 303 or 310 and a further 30 points at Stage III in Food Science and Nutrition
306
FOODSCI 706
: Food Safety2025 Semester One (1253)
An understanding of the changing regulations that apply to the New Zealand food industry is of paramount importance. Pathogen awareness and control from an industry perspective are examined. HACCP and risk management plans will be generated.
Prerequisite: Permission of Programme Director
307
FOODSCI 707
: Food Science2025 Semester One (1253)
Chemical, biological and physical aspects of foods. The decomposition of food due to lipid oxidation. Integrated study of selected basic foods.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
308
FOODSCI 708
: Advanced Food Science2025 Semester Two (1255)
The functions and properties of food additives. Food attributes including colour, flavour and texture. Enzymic and non-enzymic browning. Emulsions and foams. Introduction to the Food Regulations. Interaction of macromolecules.
Prerequisite: Permission of Programme Director
309
FOODSCI 740
: Food Analysis2025 Semester One (1253)
Students are provided with an opportunity to experience a range of analytical techniques that are used in food industry laboratories and in food science research.
Restriction: FOODSCI 301, 610
310
FOODSCI 751
: Advanced Topics in Food Science 22025 Semester Two (1255)
A modular course consisting of topics chosen from the diverse research interests of the Food Science staff and academic visitors which may vary from year to year.
Prerequisite: Permission of Programme Director
Restriction: FOODSCI 709
Restriction: FOODSCI 709
311
FORENSIC 701
: Fundamental Concepts in Forensic Science2025 Semester Two (1255)
Ethics and quality assurance in forensic science. Principles of criminal law, principles of evidence and procedure, expert evidence, interpretation of scientific evidence, probability and statistics. Forensic pathology, psychology and psychiatry.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
312
FORENSIC 702
: Introduction to Forensic Science2025 Semester One (1253)
Forensic biology, documents, fingerprints, physical evidence, toolmarks, fire examination, explosives, hairs and fibres, drugs, toxicology, alcohol (including blood and breath alcohol), crime scene examination, firearms identification.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
313
FORENSIC 703
: Statistics and Molecular Biology for Forensic Science2025 Semester One (1253)
Statistics: data summarisation and reduction, laws of probability, conditional probability, likelihood ratios and Bayes theorem. Interpretation of statistical results. Forensic biology: basic principles of population genetics, genomic structure, conventional blood grouping. DNA profiling: structure, enzymology and basic chemistry of nucleic acids, PCR and microsatellites, interpretation of DNA profiles, developing forensic DNA technologies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
314
FORENSIC 704
: Techniques and Applications for Forensic Science2025 Semester Two (1255)
Analytical techniques: GC, HPLC, GC-MS chromatography, IR and UV spectroscopy. Applications: toxicology, illicit drugs, sports drugs, racing chemistry. Physical and trace evidence.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
315
FORENSIC 707A
: Project in Forensic Science2025 Semester Two (1255)
A research essay on an aspect of forensic science.
Restriction: FORENSIC 705
To complete this course students must enrol in FORENSIC 707 A and B, or FORENSIC 707
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FORENSIC 707A
: Project in Forensic Science2025 Semester One (1253)
A research essay on an aspect of forensic science.
Restriction: FORENSIC 705
To complete this course students must enrol in FORENSIC 707 A and B, or FORENSIC 707
317
FORENSIC 708
: Special Topic: Forensic Science in a Digital World2025 Semester Two (1255)
Principles and applications of data science and statistics to forensic science. Methods may include machine learning, artificial intelligence, Bayesian inference, data visualisation, data security and the ethical use of data. Applications may include wastewater analysis, DNA sequencing, drug identification, biometrics, and crime detection and prevention. Prior knowledge of basic statistics is assumed. Familiarity with statistical programming language R is beneficial.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
318
GEOG 202
: Cities, Regions and Communities2025 Semester One (1253)
A critical examination of geographic processes and consequences in contemporary society. Topics are selected from the instructors' research interests, which include: the transformation of urban places and spaces; the forms and location of industries and retailing; social geographies of the city; New Zealand's linkages with the global economy and society; urban historical geographies; and demographic and social changes in New Zealand and the Pacific region.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed or 30 points from ENV 100-103
319
GEOG 205
: Environment and Society2025 Semester Two (1255)
A critical exploration of the interconnectedness of environment and society. The course highlights the importance of understanding how different views and attitudes influence people's interactions with the environment. Key themes include governance, management and development, which are addressed through issues such as conservation, climate change adaptation, disasters and resource use. Classes draw on a variety of case studies from New Zealand and overseas.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed or 30 points from ENV 100-103
320
GEOG 250
: Geographical Research in Practice2025 Semester One (1253)
A critical exploration of the research experience in geography. Case studies and field work demonstrate approaches to understanding the complex interactions of social and environmental processes. Students will develop practical skills in problem identification, research methodologies, ethics and analytical practices.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed or 30 points from ENV 100-103
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GEOG 261
: Climate and Society2025 Semester One (1253)
Exploration of themes in climatology, meteorology, hydro-climatology and oceanography with a focus on the nature and role of key processes. These will be examined in relation to key issues for society such as extreme weather events, drought, floods, air pollution and climate change.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed or 30 points from ENV 100-103
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
Restriction: EARTHSCI 261
322
GEOG 262
: Geomorphology2025 Semester Two (1255)
Introduces fundamental concepts in geomorphology for geologists and physical geographers. Key aspects of geomorphology, sedimentology, and earth surface processes are introduced by studying the temporal and spatial development of coastal and river landforms. Applied techniques for earth and environmental sciences, including field, remote sensing, GIS mapping, and modelling.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed or 30 points from ENV 100-103
Restriction: EARTHSCI 262
Restriction: EARTHSCI 262
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GEOG 307
: Urban Geography2025 Semester One (1253)
Analysis of key processes shaping socio-cultural geographies of contemporary cities. Using international and local examples, issues such as the economy of cities, the culture of cities, home and housing, segregation and polarisation, the imaging of cities and sustainability are explored.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
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GEOG 308
: Geopolitics and Indigenous Rights2025 Semester One (1253)
Examines Indigenous peoples as agents of geopolitical change. Introduces colonial/decolonial geographies to demonstrate the geopolitical implications of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing. Key themes include: territory and geopolitics; Indigenous identities, subject-formation and intersectionality; Indigenous knowledges, rights and political agency; and, Indigenous relationships with non-Indigenous peoples.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: GEOG 312
Restriction: GEOG 312
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GEOG 320
: Resources and Environmental Management2025 Semester One (1253)
Examines the development and conservation of the environment in its use as a resource base, with particular reference to the way in which institutional structures in society determine provision and allocation. Attention is balanced between international experience and the policy framework in New Zealand. The course provides an understanding of key concepts, practices and methods.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II