The objective of the M.H.Sc. program is the development of knowledge and skills required to assess nutritional needs of the community, and to design, implement and evaluate community nutrition programs. The program is intended to provide professional preparation for the student with specific interest in a career as a public health or community nutrition consultant with government, large community organizations or industry. As a result, major emphasis is placed on course work, practica and self-learning. Enrolment in graduate programs is generally about 50-60 students in M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs and about 25 students in the M.H.Sc. program. D. streams and about 12 in the M.H.Sc. stream.
Enrolment is limited and competitive in all programs.
Students will attend and participate in NFS 1204Y, Master's Seminars in Nutritional Sciences, throughout their period of full-time registration and will complete a minimum of two half courses. For students with undergraduate training in nutritional sciences, at least one of these courses must be taken in the Department. Students with undergraduate training in disciplines other than nutritional sciences must take at least two half courses from the Department. In addition, a course in statistical methods or research design and analysis is required if not completed previously. Submission of a thesis on an approved research area and its defense at an oral examination are required.