About the course

The Food Science program at the University of Minnesota offers both the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Qualified students with strong foundations in the sciences are eligible for admission. Food science applies scientific principles to the manufacture, distribution, marketing, and consumer aspects of food. Food scientists apply the basic principles and techniques of many disciplines, including chemistry, physics, microbiology, and nutrition, to food processing and preservation, new product development, and food marketing. Food scientists are concerned with the theoretical and practical aspects of the food chain, from the production of raw materials to the use of food products by consumers. Students may emphasize the chemistry, engineering, microbiology, nutrition, or technology of food products. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Minneapolis
Summer (May), 2024	Minneapolis
Fall (October), 2024	Minneapolis
Spring (January), 2025	Minneapolis
Summer (May), 2025	Minneapolis
Fall (October), 2025	Minneapolis
Spring (January), 2026	Minneapolis
Summer (May), 2026	Minneapolis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Applicants to the program need a bachelor's degree, or its international equivalent, in any field.

　　The preferred undergraduate GPA for admittance to the program is 3.00.

　　The minimum requirements are general chemistry with laboratory, organic chemistry with laboratory, physics with laboratory, biology with laboratory, and calculus. If preparation appears inadequate, certain additional courses may be required after admission.

　　TOEFL iBT - 79 total score (Writing subscore of 21 and Reading subscore of 19) (Test date within 2 years of program start)

　　IELTS - 6.5 total score (Writing subscore of 6.5 and Reading subscore of 6.5) (Test date within 2 years of program start)

　　Total Paper Based Test - 550

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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