$23,564 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Science [B.S] Nutrition and Food Science
- BSc in Nutrition and Food Science at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This degree will give students a diverse education covering the fundamentals of nutritional science as well as food manufacturing, preservation, storage, and distribution.
- In this program, students will learn how biology, behavior, physiology, and other applied sciences play a role in nutrition and food science.
- The major research areas for this program is:
- Animal Science
- Plant Biosystems
- Food Science and Bioresource Technology
- Human Nutrition
- The degree prepares students for a range of careers in the public and private sectors, from nutrition-lifestyle management to food quality assurance.
- The Department boasts 65 professors, 40 adjunct professors, over 230 graduate students, and more than 300 research and support staff.
- It also allows students to pursue a specialization in either Dietetics or Food Science and Technology program.
- The Faculty of Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences conducts a robust research program that provides solutions to global challenges in the areas of agriculture and food, the environment, community and individual well-being, and bioresource innovation.
- It is also one of the largest faculty scholarship programs at the University of Alberta, with awards available during all four years of student’s degree program.
- Job opportunities after BSc in Nutrition and Food Science are Market Research Analyst, Nutrition Educator, etc and the average salary goes up to 39,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $22568 | $22568 | $22568 | $22568 |
| Health Insurance | $97 | $97 | $97 | $97 |
| Books and supply | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Total Fees | $23564 | $23564 | $23564 | $23564 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 61 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 115 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete English (Literature and Composition), Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics course to get admission in this program.
- Students must choose one course from the following subjects:
- Fine Arts
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
- Students must hold an English Language Proficiency test score.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
- Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates:
- All India Senior School Certificate
- Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Intermediate Certificate
- Indian School Certificate
- Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.