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Human Nutrition (M.Sc. Thesis)

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Faculty:

School of Dietetics and Human Nutrition

Degree:

Master

Field of Study:

Nutrition Sciences

Description:

A master’s degree in Human Nutrition offers advanced Nutrition courses in a broad range of research areas. The program is suitable for students with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences, exercise physiology, kinesiology, food science, biochemistry, medicine, or another closely related field. Students are required to complete 14 credits in advanced nutrition coursework plus 31 credits related to their thesis research. Graduates of our M.Sc. thesis degree have pursued successful careers in research, international health agencies, government agencies, and industry.

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Human Nutrition (M.Sc. Thesis) at McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Thesis Based:

Yes

Length:

2 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

Provincial:	$4,991
National:	$10,924
International:	$12,600

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

Careers:

Nutritionists

Additional Admission Requirements:	Letter(s) of Reference Applicants must be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a B.Sc. degree equivalent to a McGill degree in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate work. Applicants must have at least a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in McGill University’s credit equivalency of 3.2/4.0 (second class–upper division) for the M.Sc. Thesis and 3.5/4.0 for the M.Sc. Applied during their bachelor's degree program. Eligible candidates to the M.Sc. (Applied) program may select one of three options: the project option; the practicum option, which is reserved for those who have completed a dietetics internship and six months of work experience and wish to further develop their skills in a particular area of practice through an advanced internship; the dietetics credentialing option, for those who wish to follow a program combining courses and internship, leading to licensure as a dietitian.

Additional Admission Requirements:

Letter(s) of Reference

Applicants must be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a B.Sc. degree equivalent to a McGill degree in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate work. Applicants must have at least a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in McGill University’s credit equivalency of 3.2/4.0 (second class–upper division) for the M.Sc. Thesis and 3.5/4.0 for the M.Sc. Applied during their bachelor's degree program. Eligible candidates to the M.Sc. (Applied) program may select one of three options: the project option; the practicum option, which is reserved for those who have completed a dietetics internship and six months of work experience and wish to further develop their skills in a particular area of practice through an advanced internship; the dietetics credentialing option, for those who wish to follow a program combining courses and internship, leading to licensure as a dietitian.

* 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

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