Nova Scotia,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Food Science and Technology in Halifax Canada | Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University
|
Halifax Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
14,819
(c. USD10,624.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This graduate program provides advanced coursework and research in food process technology, microbiology, edible oils, engineering design, muscle food biochemistry, proteins and enzymes, food rheology, and beverage studies. Students benefit from access to diverse food processing equipment, a pilot plant, and fully-equipped laboratories for specialized training and research. Applicants with backgrounds in food science, engineering, chemistry/biochemistry, microbiology, or biology are encouraged to apply. The program collaborates with the Canadian Institute of Fisheries Technology, a dedicated center for graduate studies and research focused on food science and process engineering, particularly seafood applications.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have
- First-class thesis Master’s degree or its equivalent
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study
- Degree granted by university of recognized standing
- Most candidates for admission to a doctoral program possess a Master's Degree. Direct entry to some programs is possible for those with exceptional academic standing
English language requirement:
- Internet-based TOEFL (Academic iBT): 92
- MELAB: 85
- IELTS: 7
- CAEL: 70 with no band score lower than 60
- Dalhousie College of Continuing Education (CCE): A-
- Pearson English Test PTE Academic: overall score of 65 and nothing below 54
The application deadline for September admission is Apr 01 January admission is August 31 and May admission is December 31.
Tuition
CAD
14,819