Program Overview
The Food Science and Human Nutrition at University of Maine 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 Science and Human 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
- Tuition: USD 24,498 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Orono, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Food Science 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
- Advanced Human Nutrition
- Food Preservation
- Nutrition and Aging
- Trace Minerals
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
- Principles of Thermal Processing
- Food Safety and Quality Control
- Food Product Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Domestic Applicants
- A completed application (online or paper)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcript of all previous college or university work
- Official test scores
- An application fee ($65 for an online application, $75 for a paper application)
International Applicants
- A completed application (online or paper)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcript of all previous college or university work
- Official test scores
- An application fee ($65 for an online application, $75 for a paper application)
- Certificate of Finances
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic scores
- A copy of passport or visa
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,498 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,498 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 11,664 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maine 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 University of Maine
University of Maine
Orono, United States
public research university in Orono, Maine, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
