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 Food Science (MSc)
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SchoolUniversity of Guelph - Office of Graduate Studies
LocationGuelph, ON, Canada
School TypeGraduate School
School SizeFull-time Graduate: 2,685
DegreeMaster
Honours
Co-op
Length2 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*75%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites NotesApplicants require an Honours BSc in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Physics, or other related degree. A minimum average of 73% for the last four semesters completed prior to entry is required. As part of the application package, applicants are required to secure a faculty advisor to supervise their program.
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DescriptionThe Department of Food Science provides state of the art knowledge translation focused on developing sustainable, safe and innovative foods aimed at improving human health. Research done in Food Science focuses on interdisciplinary studies spanning chemistry, biology, microbiology, natural product chemistry, nanoscience, physics and nutritional science.

We offer a Master’s program and a Doctoral program. Master’s students complete a thesis based Master of Science (MSc) over the period of approximately six semesters. The PhD program requires the successful completion of a qualifying exam and the completion and defense of a research-based thesis.
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