1. McGill University
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  3. Bachelors
  4. Bachelor of Science Nutritional Sciences BSc Nutr Sc Major Nutrition Health and Disease

Bachelor of Science Nutritional Sciences BSc Nutr Sc Major Nutrition Health and Disease

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

McGill University

Program Overview

This Major offers a core emphasis on the scientific fundamentals of nutrition and metabolism throughout the lifespan. This concentration emphasizes the influence of diet and nutrition on human health and the pathophysiology of chronic disease. This degree does not lead to professional licensure as a dietitian/nutritionist. Graduates are qualified for careers in heath research, pharmaceutical and/or food industries, government laboratories, and the health science communications field. Graduates often continue on to graduate studies preparing for careers in research, medicine, and dentistry or as specialists in nutrition.

Program Key Stats

$21367 (Annual cost)



46 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.7
37
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1400
6.5
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Additional Information & Requirements

Copy of high school transcript, Copy of GCSE/IGCSE/O-Level/CSEC or MYP exams, Canadian high school diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma, Resume, Letter of intent, Letter of recommendation, Test scores: ACT, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL

Career Options

  • Food technologist
  • Nutritional therapist
  • Product/process development scientist
  • Quality manager
  • Regulatory affairs officer

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