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The M.S. program provides specialized pathways in Food Science and Nutritional Sciences, both accredited by the Institute of Food Technologists and the American Society for Nutrition. Study focuses encompass biochemical and molecular aspects of nutrition, metabolic functions, clinical nutrition practices, immunological nutrition, food engineering processes, chemical composition of foods, and microbiological food safety standards.
Prospective students should possess foundational knowledge in physical and biological sciences, along with food or nutritional science expertise. Those lacking certain prerequisites may need to complete preparatory coursework.
Applicants must have an adequate background in physical and biological sciences and food science or nutritional sciences. Students with specific deficiencies will be required to take prerequisite courses.
For applicants from countries (including Puerto Rico) where English is not the official language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 550 paper, or 80 Internet; International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6; Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 77, or documented successful completion of the University of Florida English Language Institute program.