Specialization in Foods and Nutrition

The Specialization prepares students for possible employment in foods and nutrition careers, e.g. food service and distribution, population and community health, and food industry.

Graduates may also pursue advanced study in areas such as community development, education, food science/safety, food service management, and others.

Students are encouraged to seek academic advising early in the program, especially if they intend to combine the Specialization with a Major or Minor in a complementary field. 

Admission Requirements

Completion of first year requirements with no failures. Students must have a minimum of at least 60% in the following courses:

Module/Program Information

Module
9.0 courses:

  • 3.0 courses:   .
  • 0.5 course: .
  • 0.5 course from: (recommended), .
  • 0.5 course from: (recommended), .
  • 4.5 courses from:  Foods and Nutrition or Human Ecology at the 3000 or 4000-level.

Progression

To remain in the Specialization in Foods and Nutrition, students must maintain a modular average of 60% or above.