M.Sc Food Science at The University Of British Columbia [UBC], Vancouver Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Master of Science [M.Sc] [Food Science] From The University of British Columbia

Vancouver, British ColumbiaLocation
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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Food Science)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$34,684 /Yr

CA$46,870 /Yr
3 Students Applied
1 Students Admitted
  • In the one-year program, student will gain a solid theoretical foundation in food science alongside valuable practical experience in the industry.
  • They will build connections, gain teamwork and communication skills, and learn theory that you can apply globally.
  • MFS program is the only program in Canada to offer a one-year, non-thesis Master of Food Science degree. The program is unique in combining graduate level courses with a high quality practicum experience.
  • After completing two semesters of course work, the program culminates with a 15‑week summer practicum in which the students get hands-on experience, working on a project in an industry or government setting.
  • Throughout the years students have helped local, national and international food sectors to solve problems and provide advances in food safety, risk assessment, product development, sensory analysis and process validation studies.

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Summer 2025 Intake Oct 1, 2024 - Jan 15, 2025
Application Deadline For Winter 2025 Intake Oct 1, 2024 - Jan 15, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$34684 (CAD 46870)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room and Board$10243 (CAD 13842)
Total Cost$10243 (CAD 13842)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

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 to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS


Required Document List

The following required documents are:

  • Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of PurposeThis statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
  • Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
  • ELP Scores: Students have a submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

20222021202020182017

US News logo
Food Science 31 out of 200 in Global Ranking
( #2 out of 7 in Canada 2022)

Academy Ranking of World Universities,Clasificación Académica de Universidades Mundiales logo
Food Science 76 out of 500 in Global Ranking
( #3 out of 8 in Canada 2022)

Career and Placement after Course

  • Graduates are hired by local and international companies and government agencies in positions of Quality Assurance Coordinator, Quality Control Manager, Technical Director, Research and Development Specialist, Product Design Specialist, Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Specialist, Process Scientist and Consultant.
  • A few graduates have pursued further studies towards a Ph.D. degree.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
UBC Graduate Dean’s Entrance ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
UBC Graduate Support Initiative (GSI) AwardsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Ontario Graduate FellowshipScholarship per student$ 6,568/Yr$8,875Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
University of Montreal ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
QS Scholarship for Academic ExcellenceScholarship per student$ 7,400/Yr$10,000Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Laval University ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific

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sharvari bhat
Hello I am Sharvari Bhat from India. I have completed my bachelor's in pharmacy and masters in pharmacology. Have 4 months of work experience in Nivea as a trainee formulator and currently working at Tata memorial cancer research center as a researcher. Kindly guide me for the application procedures
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Karan Gupta

You can apply for admission to UBC through their online application portal. You need to fulfill all the admission requirements and submit mandatory documents on the portal. You can check on UBC admissions

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krishti chaudhary
I have bachelors degree for nursing (4 years) and 2.9 years experience as an instructor and 2.5 years experience in hospital. Can I get admission in the UBC for masters in critical care nursing?
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Ashish Ramtari

The University of British Columbia does not offer Masters in Critical Care Nursing to the students.

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ramandeep kaur
i had bachelors degree for MLT ( 3 years) and 2 years of experience as pathological technician. can i get admission in the UBC for masters in pathology?
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Sinbad Chongtham

To apply for the Master in Pathology program at UBC, you must have a  four-year Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree from a recognized university. International students from non-English speaking nations must also submit a valid English Language Proficiency test score.

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