Program Overview
The Human Nutrition at University of Alberta 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 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: EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- 8 graduate level courses (500 level or higher)*
- 8 hours of Academic Integrity and Ethics Training
- Present one seminar in AFNS 601 and attend 75% or more of seminar presentations
- A research project course, consisting of a seminar presentation, oral exam and submission of a final report.
- 3 graduate level courses (500 level or higher; minimum 9 credits)*
- 8 hours of AFNS Academic Integrity and Ethics Training
- Complete AFNS 601 Seminar requirement (presentation of 1 seminar and 75%+ attendance)
- Research, write and defend a thesis,
- Present a thesis seminar as part of the final oral examination.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
4-year undergraduate degree (preferably Science or Engineering based), or its academic equivalent, from a recognized institution, and
Grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 out of 4.0 in the last two years (approximately 60 credits) of post-secondary study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,422 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,686 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alberta 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 Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Language English
