Master Of Science - Applied Human Nutrition (Thesis)

Academic Requirements

Students applying to the Master of Applied Human Nutrition or the Master of Science Applied Human Nutrition will have completed an undergraduate degree in nutrition, dietetics, foods, or related fields, such as health sciences, kinesiology, biology, biochemistry, health promotion/education, and nursing. Students applying to the Internship Education Program must have completed a EQual™ accredited undergraduate program before a decision can be made on admission. Students will have achieved a minimum of a B average (GPA 3.0). Credit in the following undergraduate courses will be required:

• Applied statistics
• Biochemistry
• Physiology
• Sociology, psychology, or communications
• A 3000 or 4000 level human nutrition course

Where there are deficiencies, additional undergraduate coursework (achieving a minimum grade of B) will be necessary in advance of graduate study.

The application package submitted for admission will include:

For Master of Applied Human Nutrition (MAHN):

• Statement of Intent including career goals and how our program will facilitate achieving these goals
• Two academic references for MAHN or one academic reference for MAHN with internship
• Internship application package for MAHN with internship

For Master of Science Applied Human Nutrition (MScAHN):

• Statement of Intent including career goals and how our program will facilitate achieving these goals
• A two-page research proposal including references, or for applicants who have not yet identified a specific research plan, a two-page description of research interest(s) including references
• Two academic references for MScAHN or one academic reference for MScAHN with internship
• Internship application package for MScAHN with internship

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Applicants may be interviewed. Final admission decisions are dependent on meeting all admission criteria. Admission decisions are final.

Immunization Requirement: To participate in courses, including Internships, the Food and Nutrition Practicum, and the Nutrition and Aging Place-based Learning course, it is necessary to have a physician complete a health screening form that verifies your immunization for contagious diseases.

Criminal Records Check: Students are advised that certain courses including Internships, the Food and Nutrition Practicum, and the Nutrition and Aging Place-based Learning course require a recent and currently valid Criminal Records Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search.

Language Requirements

If an applicant’s first language is not English, official reports with acceptable scores from one of the following tests must be submitted:

• the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
• the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test
• the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
• the Pearson Test of English (PTE)
• the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)

When proof of English language proficiency is required, there are two options. Please see below:

IELTS

7.0 or above (no individual band below 6.5) – Graduate Studies

CAEL

70 or above (no individual band below 70) – Graduate Studies

TOEFL (iB Test)

93 or above (no individual score below 23) – Graduate Studies

Pearson (PTE)

61 overall (no individual band below 54) – Graduate Studies

MELAB

85 or above – Graduate Studies

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.