Food Science (MSc)
Research fundamental and applied aspects of food science.
Why choose this program?
Apply basic scientific principles to practical problems associated with the preservation, storage, quality, and safety of the food supply.
A food scientist works in a highly competitive and sophisticated industry, incorporating new technologies, processes, packaging, and transportation strategies.Ìý
You will benefit from graduate level class work and research opportunities related to food process technology, food microbiology, edible oils, engineering design, post-mortem biochemistry of muscle foods, proteins and enzymes, food rheology, and beverage science.Ìý
A wide range of food processing equipment, a pilot plant, and well-equipped laboratories offer unique opportunities for graduate training and research. This program shares some facilities with the Canadian Institute of Fisheries Technology, a specialized resource centre for graduate education and research in food science and food process engineering with emphasis on seafoods.
Careers
Admission requirements
You'll need to meet theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirementsÌýas well as any program-specific admissions requirements before you can apply.
Financial information
At AV¾ãÀÖ²¿, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. We offer competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students in almost all of our degree programs.
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Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.
All graduate programs at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies.
