A taste for Agricultural Science

Are you attending the University of Tasmania Open Day activities in Hobart on 17 September? Would you like to know more about studying Agricultural Science? 

The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is hosting a fun-filled mini-prac as part of Open Day! This activity is a great way to see the facilities, meet staff, and experience why Agricultural Science is a very a-peeling course!

With the plethora of potato varieties grown in Tasmania, this is no better place to explore the art of potato chip frying! This mini-prac activity will highlight the importance of understanding how potato selection and preparation methods can affect the flavour and look of potato chips once the cooking method is complete. Of course, learning is rewarding so participants will be able to taste the difference for themselves! 

Staff from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture will be available to answer your questions about studying Agricultural Science.

This activity is just a taste of what an Agriculture Science degree can offer. You will be spitting chips if you miss out!

What to Know:

• Closed shoes must be worn by all participants
• Due to limited capacity, participants must be 16 years of age or older
• This practical demonstration is designed for anyone considering studying agricultural science 
• A meeting location onsite at the University for pre and post activity meet up will be provided closer to the day. Due to the size of the lab space only the participant will be able to attend the lab session. Family and friends can enjoy other Open Day activities and meet up after the session.
• Please ensure you have also registered for the Open Day event

Time: 
12:30 meeting for a 12:45 start. 
Activity will take around 1 hour and then you will return to the meeting point post activity.

Allergens notice:
This demonstration will take place in a food lab that is exposed to allergens. There will be potential exposure to allergens from potatoes, vegetable oil and glucose. If you are affected by these, we are unfortunately not able to accommodate you for this activity. You can visit our TIA area on campus to have discussions with lecturers regarding agricultural science.

Accessibility:
As this activity is taking place in a lab, please advise if you have mobility considerations so that an alternate pathway can be arranged.

Enquiries:
Please email tia.comms@utas.edu.au and we will respond as soon as possible.