Program Overview
The Dietetics and Human Nutrition at McGill University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Dietetics and Human Nutrition programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Québec, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dietetics and Human Nutrition programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Nutrition in Dev Countries
- Bioenergetics and the Lifespan
- Nutrition & Behaviour
- Herbs, Foods & Phytochemicals
- Credentialing in Dietetics
- Clinical Nutrition
- Analysis of Nutrition Data
- Nutritional-Status Assessment
- Integrated Metabolic Research
- Human Nutrition Res Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online Application for Admission form
- Application fee: non-refundable Canadian funds payable by credit card cover up to two program choices per term. Some programs may charge additional fees. If applicable, these will be automatically charged when you submit the application form. Please note that application fees and other charges are listed on the Student Accounts website.
- Transcripts: your complete record of study from each university-level institution you have attended to date. Uploaded copies are considered unofficial; final, official copies will be required of admitted applicants.
- Reference letters: on the application form you must provide the names and email addresses of at least two professors who are familiar with your academic work. McGill will contact these referees and invite them to upload references on your behalf.
- TOEFL/IELTS, GRE, GMAT results: when registering for the test, please ensure that you request that results be sent directly to McGill University. McGill will then receive the results electronically, directly from the testing agency.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,675 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact McGill University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
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