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Overview
You can study this short course in person at our Manawatū campus in Palmerston North, or online in your own time. This Introduction to Sensory Evaluation course at Massey University focuses on measuring the sensory attributes of food.
Learning outcomes
- Describe the senses involved in the perception of sensory characteristics.
- Outline how to screen individuals for sensory panels.
- Discuss different sensory discrimination and descriptive tests including more rapid methods.
Programme Structure
Lessons are a mix of theory and practical, including:- sensory evaluation
- exploring the senses
- how to recruit sensory panels
- discrimination tests
- descriptive analysis techniques
- using rapid methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
- Online course: Any time
- In-person course: 20 March
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Family & Consumer Science Food ScienceAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course is suitable for people who need an introduction or refresher to sensory evaluation, including:
- people involved in sensory testing, consumer testing, quality assurance and product development
- anyone working alongside these industry functions.
Tuition Fee
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International
782 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 782 NZD for the full programme during 1 days. -
National
782 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 782 NZD for the full programme during 1 days.
Living costs for Palmerston North
1100 - 2100 NZD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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