The Honours Bachelor of Science in Food Sciences program aims to educate future food and nutrition scientists and focuses on the acquisition of knowledge in chemistry, microbiology and physical properties of food. The program prepares graduates for careers in the agri-food sector such as agri-food industries, food businesses, food science research centres and government departments.
As the only food science training program offered in a faculty of health sciences in Canada, this program places greater emphasis on the impact of food on health.
Course topics
- Food product development
- Food and nutrition research
- Food psychology
Career options
- Food product development manager
- Entrepreneur
- Food science researcher
- Food inspector
- Quality assurance specialist
- Food safety technologist
Graduate studies
- Nutrition and food biosciences
- Food chemistry, food microbiology
- Food policy and regulatory affairs
- Health sciences
Language requirements
This program is offered in French or English. A French immersion option is also available.
