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    MSc in Human Nutrition

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    Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, CAMScIn-person2 years
    CA$31,089.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    45
    Credits

    MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, CA. Tuition is CA$31,089.

    About the program

    Research-intensive program focusing on advanced nutrition, statistics, and research methods. Covers areas including clinical nutrition, metabolism, public health nutrition, nutritional epidemiology, nutrigenomics, global food security, Indigenous populations, nutritional biochemistry, and health inequities.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 86 overall (no less than 20 in each of the four component scores)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$20,820.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University is CA$31,089 across 45 required credits.
    Is MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University online or in-person?
    MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University take to complete?
    MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in McGill University’s credit equivalency of 3.3/4.0 (high second class–upper division)
    What work-permit options follow MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University?
    Post-completion work rights for MSc in Human Nutrition at McGill University: 3 years PGWP (Canada)