Program Overview
The Food Policy & Applied Nutrition at Tufts University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, 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 Food Policy & Applied Nutrition programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Medford, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Food Policy & Applied 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
- Fundamentals of Nutrition Science
- Fundamentals of Nutrition Policy and Programming
- Economics of Food Policy Analysis
- Statistical Methods in Nutrition Research
- Regression Analysis for Nutrition Policy
- Nutrition Data Analysis
- Principles of Epidemiology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online Application
- Personal Statement
- A $70 Application Fee
- Three letters of recommendation
- An official copy of all post-secondary academic transcripts (translated into English)
- Official scores of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- For international students, Official score of the TOEFL or IELTS tests of English competency.
To be eligible, applicants must have completed a Bachelor\'s degree, and have demonstrated their commitment and ability to succeed in the FPAN program through previous coursework, including at least one course in general biology or chemistry, plus employment and volunteer experience. Completion of the GRE exam is required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,088 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Tufts 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.
About Tufts University
Tufts University
Massachusetts, United States
private research university in Medford/Somerville, Massachusetts
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
