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Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Food Science] From University of Alberta

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Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Food Science)

STEM Course

4 years

Full Time

Honours & On Campus

Field of Study:

Food Science,

Sciences,

Sciences

₹19.6 L/Yr

CA$31,895 /Yr

BSc in Food Science at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
It is an on-campus, honors program offered on a full-time basis.
The Food Science Honors program is a specialized, research-based program examining topics such as Food Microbiology, Clinical Nutrition, and Foodborne Pathogens.
This program prepares students for graduate-level studies, or for a career in the food industry, scientific research, applied research, and product development in the private and public sectors.
It focuses on the technologies and systems used in food safety, quality, production, preservation, and distribution.
In this program, students get the opportunity to do specialization in:
- Food Science and Technology program
- Dietetics program
The student-faculty ratio of this program is 21:1.
This degree prepares students for a range of careers in the public and private sectors, from nutrition-lifestyle management to food quality assurance.
Students get the opportunities to apply for scholarships, fellowships, awards, and grants both internally and externally.
The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
The Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta provides solutions to global challenges in the areas of agriculture, nutrition, the environment, and human ecology.
Job opportunities after BSc in Food Science are Sustainability Coordinator, Community Relations Advisor, etc and the average salary goes up to 39,000 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹1958353 (CAD 31895)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	₹663120 (CAD 10800)
Food	₹165780 (CAD 2700)
Health Insurance	₹59558 (CAD 970)
Books and supply	₹73680 (CAD 1200)
Total Cost	₹962138 (CAD 15670)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must complete one year in Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science, Nutrition, and Food General Program.
A GPA of 3.0/4.0 or it's equivalent in the last two years of study is required.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.

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.

Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

61 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

Required Document List

Following are the required documents:

CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
Reference Form/Letter: Three reference forms and letters of recommendation completed and uploaded by referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) directly to the online portal.
Three Letters of Reference: The online application system will notify the references and allow the student to upload their letters. Letters can be academic or business references.
Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

20222021202020182017

Food Science 49 out of 200 in Global Ranking

Food Science 51 out of 500 in Global Ranking

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Program	Important Date	Total Fees	Median Exams Score	Action
B.S Nutrition and Food Science, University of Alberta 4 years	~~Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Mar 2023)~~ ~~Application Extension Date (1st May 2023)~~	INR 19.6 L/Yr CAD 31,895 /Yr	TOEFL: 90 IELTS: 6.5 PTE: 61 Duolingo: 115

Career and Placement after Course

Following are the career opportunities for the students:

Community Relations Advisor
Environmental / Indigenous Relations Advisor
Environmental Education Specialist
Sustainability Coordinator

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Alberta Geomatics Group Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 23,209/Yr$378	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
India First Year Excellence Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 2.3 L/Yr$3,795	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
University of Alberta- India Centenary Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 8.7 L/Yr$14,165	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
University of Alberta Graduate Fellowship	Scholarship per student₹ 3.4 L/Yr$5,544	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Deutschland Stipendium Program	Scholarship per student₹ 2.7 L/Yr$4,363	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details