Program Overview
The Nutritional Biology at University of California Davis is a MSc programme in Natural 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 natural 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 Nutritional Biology 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Davis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nutritional Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Nutrition and chronic disease
- Animal nutrition
- Nutrient metabolism
- Nutrient bioavailability
- The gut microbiome
- Food
- Nutrition education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- The Online Application which includes the Statement of\nPurpose and the Personal History Statement (do not send paper copies of these\nessays)
- Transcripts
- 3 letters of recommendation (letters should be submitted by\nthe recommender via the online application system)
- Official GRE general test scores submitted electronically
- Official GRE subject test scores submitted electronically\n(recommended, but not required)
- Official TOEFL score submitted electronically (if not a US\ncitizen)
- Application Fee ($105 for domestic and $125 for\ninternational)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 28,267 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Davis 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 California, Davis
University of California, Davis
Davis, United States
University of California, Davis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English