McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

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Food Science and Agricultural Chemistry: Food Safety (M.Sc. Non-Thesis)

McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Chemistry, Other
Food Science
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $5,691
National: $10,924

Cost per year represents typical annual fees based on 30 credits taken during Fall and Winter terms.

Description:

The Food Safety concentration is offered to candidates who seek further specialization in the area of food safety but do not wish to pursue independent research. It is intended to train graduate students as specialists in food safety with the expectation that graduates will be well-prepared academically to take on the challenging food safety events and issues that emerge in Canada and globally. The program covers food safety through the entire food supply chain from food production through processing/manufacturing to the food consumer. A strong undergraduate background in food science and particularly in microbiology is required. Students must complete a total of 45 credits including ten graduate-level courses, the graduate seminar, and the research project. The program may be completed in three to four academic terms (12 to 16 months). Students may also be required to complete selected undergraduate courses as determined by the Department at the time of admission.

Prerequisites:

Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
Applicants to the M.Sc. programs must be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a B.Sc. in Food Science or a related discipline such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Microbiology with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0/4.0 (second class–upper division) and 3.2/4.0 during the last two years of full-time university study.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 16, 2022