OpenFieldMaster of Science in Food Science: Dairy Chemistry and Packaging Innovation
Two-year thesis-based graduate program conducting experimental research in the Canadian Food and Advanced Technology Centre and Guelph Food Technology Centre.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- 75% (B) or higher in honours food science, chemistry, microbiology, or engineering
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 89
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of research interests aligned with an identified faculty advisor
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed minimum departmental research stipend of CAD $21,000 per annum
- Application fee
- CAD $120
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $8,100/year (Domestic) or CAD $23,900/year (International)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) - University of Guelph documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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