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The food industry represents a multi-billion dollar global sector shaped by shifting economic trends and technological advancements. As a Food Science student, you'll acquire specialized knowledge and industry insights to make meaningful contributions to food systems worldwide.
Through this program, you'll utilize principles of chemistry, microbiology, and physics to innovate food products and manufacturing techniques. Train in state-of-the-art facilities under expert instructors while gaining practical experience in industrial operations like formulation, pasteurization, sterilization, fermentation, and packaging. The curriculum encompasses all facets of food science, from nutritional analysis and sensory testing to product innovation and market strategies.
The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in his or her home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.
English Proficiency Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency - Minimum overall score of 176 with no band less than 169.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) - Minimum overall band score of 70
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based: minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21; Computer-based: minimum score of 250; Paper-based: minimum score of 600
Duolingo English Test - Minimum overall score of 110. Individual subscores may be considered.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score of 60 and no score less than 60 for any individual component
Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program - Successful completion of the University of Guelph, Open Learning Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program (Levels 9 and 10).