Overview

Research

Research is one of the most important aspects of the food and human nutritional sciences department at the University of Manitoba.

Food Science research takes place in our specialized facilities, modern laboratories, and collaborative research centres, where our scientists and students work to advance our five broad research themes:

Applied human nutrition
Food chemistry and bioresources
Food processing and preservation
Food safety and quality assurance
Metabolic and molecular nutrition

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Unit Process Operations
Food Science Seminar
Food Carbohydrates
Food Science Cereal Grains
Advanced Food Microbiology
Topics in Food Science
Advanced Meat Science
Food Rheology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-08 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

6 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Winnipeg, Canada

Disciplines

Food Science View 9 other PhDs in Food Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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86

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to the Food Science PhD program you must have:

A research-based Master of Science degree in the general areas of food or nutritional sciences, with a minimum University of Manitoba equivalent GPA of 3.5 in Master’s coursework.
A secured thesis advisor.

Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

$100 application fee (non-refundable)
Unofficial copies of transcripts
Curriculum vitae/resume
Statement of intent
Two letters of recommendation (must be requested from within the application)
Proof of English Language Proficiency if required

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Tuition Fees

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6280 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

6280 CAD / year

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Living costs

Winnipeg

Canada

1056 - 1650 CAD / month

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Research

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Living costs

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