About the course

The Department of Food Science has a long history of training food science professionals. Graduates have gone on to careers within the food industry, higher education, and government. Learn how science and technology can provide a safe, healthful, and high-quality food supply for all through a blend of coursework, lab work, and research. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (February), 2024	Amherst
Fall (September), 2024	Amherst
Spring (February), 2025	Amherst
Fall (September), 2025	Amherst
Spring (February), 2026	Amherst

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Massachusetts - Amherst

Admission to the Ph.D. program requires a faculty member agreeing to direct the dissertation of the applicant regardless of their background. Previous laboratory research experience is required for admission to the Ph.D program, typically fulfilled by completion of a M.S. degree. Prerequisites are GPA of 3.0 or above, separate courses in: general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, general microbiology with lab and statistics.

　　The minimum scores are 550 for the paper-based TOEFL test and 80 for the computer-based TOEFL test, 6.5 for the IELTS.

　　Students are required to submit an explanation that address any grades falling below a letter grade B or a GPA of 3.0 by US standards.

　　Personal Statement

　　Resume

　　2 Letters of Recommendation

　　Transcripts

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Massachusetts - Amherst. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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