Overview
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
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
40 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Food Sciences View 99 other Masters in Food Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
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IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 84 (required)
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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
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National
54720 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 54720 USD per year and a duration of 12 months.
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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