Master of Science [M.S] (Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science)
Field of Study:
8,874/Yr
Offered By:
- The University of Alberta offers a Master of Science in Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science program for a duration of 2 years (4 terms).
- This course is offered on a full-time basis.
- The program consists of two options: course-based, and thesis-based.
- In the course-based, the program is designed for professionals who have been with government, industry, or private practice and who wish to return for upgrading and specialization.
- In the thesis-based, the program is designed for students wishing to specialize and develop skills in research and scientific communication.
- The Department offers world-class research divisions to compliment graduate studies in primary production and rangeland management, plant and animal sciences, food and agri-food products, and human nutrition and wellness.
- The faculty and student ratio for this program is 1:14.
- The university consists of 50 tenure-track faculty members, 42 faculty lecturers, and 97 sessional lecturers.
- Students must also demonstrate proficiency in an approved language other than English.
- The faculty have won multiple teaching and research awards at the local, provincial and national level, including 3M Teaching Award, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, etc.
- The average salary goes up to 45,750 USD after completing this program.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | 8874 |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing | 10800 |
Food | 2700 |
Health Insurance | 970 |
Books and supply | 1200 |
Total Cost | 15670 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | 7100 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have a four-year undergraduate degree (preferably Science or Engineering based) or its academic equivalent.
- Grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 out of 4.0 or B+ on a letter-based scale in the last two years (approximately 60 credits) of post-secondary study.
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree (preferably Science or Engineering based) with first-class or a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
- Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.
Submission of GRE scores is optional for this program, however, if students have taken the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the GRE scores for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
90 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
61 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit a copy of their original official transcripts.
- Reference letters: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
- Food technologist
- Naturopath
- Nutritional therapist
- Product/process development scientist
- Quality manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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UAlberta Master's Entrance Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES) | Scholarship per student 8,312/Yr$8,312 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student 8,459/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Scholarship per student 10,000/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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