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Saskatchewan earns its reputation as Canada's "bread basket" due to its leading role in agricultural production and advancements in natural sciences, biotechnology, and related fields. The Food and Bioproduct Sciences Department focuses on two key research areas: food science and applied microbiology. These disciplines apply scientific and technological innovations to enhance agricultural processes before and after harvest, while also increasing the value of raw agricultural materials. Recent cross-disciplinary collaborations have led to breakthroughs in food safety and security, expanding research beyond conventional food and microbial applications. The department strives to maximize renewable biological resources to create nutritious foods and sustainable bioproducts that benefit human health, environmental conservation, and a thriving bioeconomy.
Applied microbiology explores the microbial realm and its interactions with human life. This field examines how microorganisms can be leveraged across various sectors, including biotechnology, pest management, biofuel production, and pharmaceutical development. Diverse microbial-derived products hold significant potential.
Applied microbiology explores the microbial realm and its interactions with human life. This field examines how microorganisms can be leveraged across various sectors, including biotechnology, pest management, biofuel production, and pharmaceutical development. Diverse microbial-derived products hold significant potential.
A four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, or,
A three-year first cycle undergraduate degree, in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, from an institution that meets the criteria set forth in the Bologna Declaration, will be acceptable as the equivalent of an undergraduate honours degree.
A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (e.g. 60 credit units USask equivalent).
Adequate preparation to undertake research work.
English language proficiency requirements