Food Science and Bioresource Technology program at the University of Alberta takes an integrated approach to value-added utilization of agricultural commodities, targeting both food and industrial products.
Food Science and Bioresource Technology, Master
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Overview
Food Science and Bioresource Technology program at the University of Alberta has leading edge research programs in food microbiology and food safety, food processing, food chemistry and functionality, functional foods and nutraceuticals, carcass and meat science, sensory and consumer science and bioresource technology.
Research addresses consumer demand for nutritious, safe, high quality foods and beverages, develops novel food processing technologies, creates innovative food and industrial products, and develops valuable bioproducts from agricultural commodities and waste.
Programme Structure
Courses included:- Individual Study
- Advanced Study of Food Fermentations
- Processing of Milk and Dairy Products
- Muscle Food Science and Technology
- Rangeland Plant Communities of Western Canada
- Science and Technology of Cereal and Oilseed Processing
- Applied Bioinformatics
- Renewable Biomaterials
- Veterinary Immunology
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 3.3
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- Applicants are normally required to have completed a four-year baccalaureate degree, or its academic equivalent, from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta.
- An admission grade point average of 3 on most 4-point grading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on your most recent two years of full time study (or equivalent) is required.
Tuition Fee
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5575 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5575 CAD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Edmonton
- 1201 - 2000 CAD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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