Program Overview
The Foods and Nutrition at University of Western Ontario is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 20 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 Foods and 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
- Duration: 20 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: London, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Foods and 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
- Current Issues
- Research Methods and Statistics
- Nutritional Epidemiology
- Foodservice Management
- Leadership and Management
- Clinical Nutrition
- Community Nutrition and Program Planning
- Community Nutrition and Program Planning
- Research and Thesis Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
MScFN Thesis Stream
- Honours BSc in Foods and Nutrition from a Canadian undergraduate program accredited by Dietitians of Canada (or an equivalent accredited nutrition degree)
- Undergraduate course in research methodology and statistics - 1.0 FCE
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 78%
- Registered Dietitian status in your home country
MScFN Internship Stream
- Honours BSc in Foods and Nutrition from a Canadian undergraduate program accredited by Dietitians of Canada (or an equivalent accredited nutrition degree)
- Undergraduate course in research methodology and statistics - 1.0 FCE
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 78%
- Relevant volunteer and work experience
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Western Ontario 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 Western Ontario
University of Western Ontario
London, Canada
public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 20 months
