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 Human Nutritional Sciences
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SchoolUniversity of Manitoba
LocationWinnipeg, MB, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 27,372
Full-time Graduate: 3,931
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*70%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Human Nutritional Sciences (BSc) program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.


Direct entry: applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college. Direct entry applicants require the following:

  • Manitoba high school graduation including 5 full credits at the Grade 12 level in courses designated S, G, or U
  • A minimum average of 70% over the following courses, with no less than 60% in each course:
  • English 40S
  • 50% in Chemistry, Pre-Cal or Applied Math, and Biology (if taking BIOL 1020) all at the 40S level
  • Two academic 40S courses

Advanced entry: Advanced entry is for applicants who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in another faculty at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.

Cost
International: $19,700
Scholarships
Description

The Human Nutritional Sciences program includes foundation courses in basic sciences, fundamental courses in metabolic and applied nutrition, and applied courses in food utilization and management with an overall emphasis in human nutrition in any of the options that are available. Students will master key competencies in specializations in nutrition, foods or the food industry. All students receive a solid theoretical foundation in both food and nutritional sciences. Topics of study include energy and exercise, nutrients and nutritional supplements, food labels and health claims, diet and disease prevention, nutrient metabolism and disease states, nutrient requirements and diet evaluation, nutrition education and dietary change, and food quality and ingredient technology.

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