MS
Food Science
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Admission Requirements
Required Tests
GRE preferred; MCAT, GMAT, DAT, LSAT are also accepted
Additional Requirements
• Correct completion of BYU Graduate Studies application, including letters of recommendation
• Completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Completion of IELTS or TOEFL if non-English speaking
GRE preferred; MCAT, GMAT, DAT, LSAT are also accepted
Additional Requirements
• Correct completion of BYU Graduate Studies application, including letters of recommendation
• Completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Completion of IELTS or TOEFL if non-English speaking
Program Requirements
The MS program in food science prepares students to work at an advanced level in the food industry or to pursue a doctoral degree through in-depth study of the chemistry of food component functionality, the microbiology of product manufacture and preservation, and the physical principles involved in processes. Students become proficient at designing and conducting research and development projects and communicating the results in a manner consistent with the best professionalism in the discipline.
Requirements for Degree.
Requirements for Degree.
- Credit hours (30): minimum 24 course work hours plus 6 thesis hours (NDFS 699R).
- Required courses: NDFS 652, 654, 656, 691R, 699R; Stat 511.
- Minor (optional): selected with approval of faculty advisor.
- Thesis: standard university format or journal publication format.
- Examinations:
- Defense of thesis
- 150-question multiple choice exam
Program Outcomes
Food Science Fundamentals and Area Specialization
Effectively communicate the current state of the discipline in their specific research topic as well as a sound understanding of the general principles of food science.
Effective Literature Review and Analysis
Access information about food science through the internet, scientific journals and other sources, and evaluate the quality of reported research, drawing conclusions that are scientifically sound.
Research Design and Reporting
Plan, conduct and report original research in food science.
Effectively communicate the current state of the discipline in their specific research topic as well as a sound understanding of the general principles of food science.
Effective Literature Review and Analysis
Access information about food science through the internet, scientific journals and other sources, and evaluate the quality of reported research, drawing conclusions that are scientifically sound.
Research Design and Reporting
Plan, conduct and report original research in food science.
Program Stats
Characteristics of Students from Past Academic Year
Total Students
14.0
International
2.0
Male
7.0
Female
7.0
LDS
13.0
BYU Undergraduate
6.0
Five Year Average of Graduated Students
Average Years to Degree
1.89
Graduated Per Year
18.2
GMAT Quantitative Percentile
67.5
Five Year Average of Admitted Students
Applied Per Year
5.0
Admitted Per Year
4.2
Percent Admitted
84.0
Average GPA
3.61
Courses and Faculty