About the course

The program offers advanced food science courses in a broad range of areas. It is suitable for students with an undergraduate degree in food science or a ly related discipline. 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). Entry is possible from other disciplines, however, students may be required to complete selected undergraduate courses as determined by the Department at the time of admission in order to orient themselves to food science. Subsequent career paths include work within the food industry and government agencies. 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 Year(s)Fees: Not available

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for McGill University (Continuing Education)

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 a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.2/4.0 during the last two years of full-time university study.

　　The GRE – not required, but highly recommended.

　　An interview with the applicant may be requested by the Department of Food Science and Agricultural Chemistry in order to assist in the evaluation of the application.

　　IBT (Internet-Based Test): 86 overall, no less than 20 in each of the four component scores

　　PBT (Paper-Based Test): 567

　　IELTS (International English Language Testing System): a band score of 6.5 or greater (Academic module)

　　

Application deadline:

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