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Overview
Key facts
Students in the Gastronomy program at Boston University examine the role of food in historical and contemporary societies from a variety of perspectives, gaining a holistic view of the impact of food, food science, and nutrition on world civilization.
The gastronomy program promotes scholarship about food by drawing from the diverse resources and expertise of a variety of Boston University faculty members, academic departments, visiting faculty, and industry professionals. The program offers special emphasis on experiential learning through hands-on culinary arts laboratories and wine studies courses. The interplay of reading, research, and writing about food, as well as exploring food through the senses, offers exceptional range and depth to food studies at Boston University.
Learning Outcomes
- Advanced knowledge of social theory applicable to the study of food.
- An ability to critically analyze current and foundational issues in food studies and food systems.
- Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative methodologies for interdisciplinary food studies research.
- Competence in the written and oral presentation of complex ideas and arguments in scholarly and professional contexts.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Ecommerce
- Creative Multimedia: Tools, Design, and Application
- The Innovation Process: Developing New Products and Services
- Food Marketing
- Special Topics in Gastronomy
- Archaeology of Food in Ancient Times
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 84
Credits
40 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Blended, Online
Disciplines
Nutrition & Dietetics Food Sciences Botany View 371 other Masters in Nutrition & Dietetics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 84
Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed Application for Graduate Admission
- Three letters of recommendation
- A personal statement
- A current résumé
- Transcript(s) from each college and graduate school attended
- A nonrefundable application fee of $85
Tuition Fee
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International
61050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 61050 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
61050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 61050 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Boston
1560 - 3239 USD /month
Living 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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