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Students study the chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, processing, and safety of food. Guelph's Food Science program is one of the best in Canada — the university is a world leader in food research. Graduates work across the entire food value chain.
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YOUR STUDIES
Introduction to food science, organic chemistry, microbiology, statistics.
Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Processing, Food Safety, Fermentation Science
Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) — Dept of Food Science
Full-time
In person
Yes
Honours BSc.
Yes
Not required
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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80–85% estimated cut-off.
Not required
Not required
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Optional co-op (*). 2–3 alternating 4-month paid work terms integrated into degree. Apply in first year; competitive, based on cumulative average.
Yes
Open to Food Science students; competitive.
No
No
CAREER PATHWAYS
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Food Scientist, Quality Assurance Specialist, Food Safety Inspector, Product Developer, Food Microbiologist
Maple Leaf Foods, Unilever, Nestlé, McCain Foods, CFIA, Health Canada
No mandatory licensure; IFT membership; P.Ag. or CFS pathway.
TUITION & FEES
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$7,891.52 CAD
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