Program Requirements
This degree is offered only as a Plan A master’s program requiring thirty-two credits, including an eight-credit thesis based on completion of research study, and eight credits of laboratory course work. All course work must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The courses offered by this department are designed for students in three distinct groups:
those majoring in nutrition and food science who are interested in entering either the nutrition, the food science and health care professions;
those interested in entering the dietetics field; and
those majoring in nutrition and food science with the intention of entering non-technical positions in a variety of food businesses.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
2155 Old Main Bldg,
4841 Cass Avenue,
DETROIT,
Michigan,
48201, United States
Admission to this program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School. Successful applicants shall have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Undergraduate preparation should include basic courses in nutrition and food science. One year of introductory chemistry, and at least one semester each of organic chemistry, anatomy and physiology are required; biochemistry and statistics are recommended.
English proficiency
IELTS: 6.5 (overall band) *We do not accept IELTS Indicator
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 internet-based (IBTT) 550 paper-based (PBTT)
Duolingo English Test: 110
Michigan English Test (MET): 64
PTE: 58
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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