About the course

Sensory evaluation uses test methods that provide information on how products are perceived through the senses. The importance of sensory perception to food quality is widely appreciated in the food industry, providing a demand for such specialists. Like other quantitative disciplines, sensory evaluation attempts to provide precise and accurate measurements. Yet, because the data are collected from human beings, who are notoriously variable, sensory evaluation studies pose a special challenge, and statistical techniques are necessary. Basic principles of human judgment and perception are also important, and students are encouraged to take courses in the behavioral sciences. Cornell offers a unique range of courses and research opportunities in sensory evaluation. Research projects are conducted in three main areas. Methods research is aimed at providing improvements in the reliability and validity of sensory tests. Product-focused research uses sensory analysis to measure the success of variations in product processing or ingredients. Basic research on perception and human judgment advances our understanding of sensory function. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Ithaca
Fall (August), 2024	Ithaca
Winter (January), 2025	Ithaca
Spring (January), 2025	Ithaca
Fall (August), 2025	Ithaca
Spring (January), 2026	Ithaca

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Cornell University

Statement of purpose: Must include career/professional goals, research and/or academic

　　interests, applicable experience (research skills, internships, etc.) as it relates to your

　　research/academic interests, and the names of faculty with research programs of interest.

　　Resume

　　Unofficial transcripts: Please do not have your University mail official transcripts. You may scan

　　and submit your official transcripts electronically or upload another electronic version of your

　　transcripts.

　　2-3 letters of recommendation

　　GRE scores: Scores are self-reported in the application. You must also request ETS to send official

　　scores (college code – 2098, department code – 0107)

　　IELT scores: The Graduate School requires an overall band score of a 7.0 or higher on the IELTS. Graduate School TOEFL iBT score

　　requirements are: 20 Writing, 15 Listening, 20 Reading, 22 Speaking.

　　GRE scores: 153-160 verbal, 155-166 quantitative, 3.5-4.5 analytical/writing

　　We do not have a minimum GPA requirement but look for strong performance in science courses

　　(mainly A’s and B’s) in addition to approximately 15 credit hours of college-level science

　　coursework.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 77.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Cornell University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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