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Human Nutrition

Location

Location

  • School of Human Nutrition
  • Macdonald-Stewart Building
  • 91ÉçÇø, Macdonald Campus
  • 21,111 Lakeshore Road
  • Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue QC H9X 3V9
  • Canada
  • Telephone: 514-398-7838
  • Email: gradstudies.macdonald [at] mcgill.ca
  • Website: www.mcgill.ca/nutrition

About Human Nutrition

About Human Nutrition

In the School of Human Nutrition, cutting-edge nutrition research is conducted by its ten tenure-track professors and six faculty lecturers in all areas recommended by North American Nutrition Societies. These include molecular and cellular nutrition, clinical, community, and international nutrition. Domains emphasized by School researchers include:

  • nutritional biochemistry and metabolism;
  • embryonic and fetal origins of health and disease;
  • studies optimizing health in at-risk populations including Aboriginal populations, mothers and children, and the elderly;
  • the development of novel nutritional and/or nutraceutical approaches for treatment during surgery and recovery from disease.

Research is conducted in our on-site research labs, the Centre for Indigenous Peoples' Nutrition and Environment (CINE), the 91ÉçÇø Institute for Global Food Security, the Mary Emily Clinical Nutrition Research Unit (MECNRU), and the MUHC Teaching Hospitals. Students can conduct research or participate in clinical rotations in Ghana and field sites in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Human Nutrition (Thesis) (45 credits)

A master’s degree in Human Nutrition offers advanced Nutrition courses in a broad range of research areas. The program is suitable for students with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences, exercise physiology, kinesiology, food science, biochemistry, medicine, or another closely related field. Students are required to complete 14 credits in advanced nutrition coursework plus 31 credits related to their thesis research. Graduates of our M.Sc. thesis degree have pursued successful careers in research, international health agencies, government agencies, and industry.

Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Practicum (45 credits) and Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Project (45 credits)

The M.Sc. Applied program is a course-based master’s program. It allows students to further develop knowledge and expertise in nutrition. Students are required to complete 29 credits in advanced Nutrition courses plus 16 credits related to a research project or an advanced practicum (reserved for registered dietitians). Careers include managerial positions for practising dietitians, and careers in nutrition programs, government, and industry.

Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Dietetics Credentialing (83 credits)

The M.Sc. Applied program in Dietetics Credentialing is a course-based master's program with a dietetics Stage (internship) included. At the end of the program, students are qualified to be licensed with one of the provincial regulatory bodies in Canada, as well as in other countries, and practise in the areas of clinical nutrition, community nutrition, and foodservice management; French competency is an asset. The program is preceded by a Qualifying year, if necessary, to complete certain courses required for licensure. This is followed by three semesters of graduate-level courses (46 credits) and 3 semesters of Stage (37 credits), which include a practice-based graduate project.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Human Nutrition

A Ph.D. degree in Human Nutrition is suitable for students with an M.Sc. degree in Nutritional Sciences or related areas who wish to become independent researchers and/or leaders in the field of nutritional sciences. The School offers a stimulating research environment with opportunities in a wide range of areas of basic science, clinical research with our many hospital clinicians, as well as population health in Canada and abroad. Careers include academic, senior government, and industry positions within Canada and internationally.

Graduate Diploma (Gr. Dip.) Registered Dietitian Credentialing (30 credits)

In the School of Human Nutrition at 91ÉçÇø, students pursuing a Ph.D. in human nutrition have the opportunity to apply to our Graduate Diploma in R.D. Credentialing, upon completion of the Ph.D. program and upon completion of the undergraduate courses required by l'Ordre professionnel des diététistes du Québec (OPDQ). Additional preparatory courses for Stages (internships) are NUTR 513, NUTR 628, NUTR 515. This Diploma consists of two semesters of Stage (internship) in Clinical Nutrition, Community Nutrition, and Foodservice Management. Upon completion of the Diploma, the recipient is eligible to register and practice as a Dietitian in Quebec, as well as in other Canadian provinces and other countries.

Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)

Human Nutrition Admission Requirements and Application Procedures

Human Nutrition Admission Requirements and Application Procedures

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

M.Sc. Thesis and M.Sc. Applied (Project, Practicum, and Dietetics Credentialing)

Applicants must be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a B.Sc. degree equivalent to a 91ÉçÇø degree in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate work. Applicants must have at least a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in 91ÉçÇø’s credit equivalency of 3.2/4.0 (second class–upper division) for the M.Sc. Thesis and 3.5/4.0 for the M.Sc. Applied during their bachelor's degree program. Eligible candidates to the M.Sc. (Applied) program may select one of three options:

  1. The project option;
  2. The practicum option, which is reserved for those who have completed a dietetics internship and six months of work experience and wish to further develop their skills in a particular area of practice through an advanced internship;
  3. The dietetics credentialing option, for those who wish to follow a program combining courses and internship, leading to licensure as a dietitian.

Ph.D.

Applicants must be graduates of a university of recognized reputation and hold a B.Sc. and M.Sc. degree equivalent to a 91ÉçÇø degree in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate work. Applicants must have at least a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in 91ÉçÇø's credit equivalency of 3.2/4.0 (second class–upper division) during their bachelor's and master's degree programs. Exceptional students may apply to transfer to the Ph.D. program after one year of study in the M.Sc. (Thesis) program.

Qualifying Students

Some applicants whose academic degrees and standing entitle them to serious consideration for admission to graduate studies, but who are considered inadequately prepared in the subject selected may be admitted to a Qualifying program if they have met the School's minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0. The courses to be taken in a Qualifying program will be prescribed by the academic unit. Qualifying students are registered in graduate studies, but not as candidates for a degree. Only one Qualifying year (two terms) is permitted. Successful completion of a Qualifying program does not guarantee admission to a degree program. Students must re-apply for admission to a degree program.

Financial Support

Financial support is highly competitive. Teaching assistantships, scholarships, and stipends from research grants may be available; however, the School cannot guarantee financial support.

Application Procedures

Application Procedures

91ÉçÇø’s online application form for graduate program candidates is available at www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply.

See University Regulations & Resources > Graduate > Graduate Admissions and Application Procedures > Application Procedures for detailed application procedures.

Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements

The items and clarifications below are additional requirements set by this department:

  • Final acceptance to the M.Sc. (Thesis) and Ph.D. programs depends on a staff member agreeing to serve as the student's supervisor. A supervisor is not required for acceptance to the M.Sc. (Applied) program.
  • Graduate Record Exam (GRE) – The GRE is required for all Ph.D. applicants to the School of Human Nutrition who are submitting non-Canadian transcripts.

Application Dates and Deadlines

Application Dates and Deadlines

Application opening dates are set by Enrolment Services in consultation with Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS), while application deadlines are set by the School of Human Nutrition and may be revised at any time. Applicants must verify all deadlines and documentation requirements well in advance on the appropriate 91ÉçÇø departmental website; please consult the list at www.mcgill.ca/gps/contact/graduate-program.

Ìý Application Opening Dates Application Deadlines
Ìý All Applicants Non-Canadian citizens (incl. Special, Visiting & Exchange) Canadian citizens/Perm. residents of Canada (incl. Special, Visiting & Exchange) Current 91ÉçÇø Students (any citizenship)
Fall Term: Sept. 15 March 1 March 1 March 1
Winter Term*: Feb. 15* June 1* Oct. 1* Oct. 1*
Summer Term: N/A N/A N/A N/A

* Admission to the Winter term is open for thesis programs only.

Admission to graduate studies is competitive; accordingly, late applications are considered only as time and space permit.

International applicants are advised to apply well in advance of these dates because immigration procedures may be lengthy.

Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)

Human Nutrition Faculty

Human Nutrition Faculty

Director
Linda J. Wykes
Emeritus Professor
Harriet V. Kühnlein; B.S.(Penn. St.), M.S.(Ore. St.), Ph.D.(Calif.), R.D.
Professors
Luis B. Agellon; B.Sc., Ph.D.(McM.)
Tim A. Johns; B.Sc.(McM.), M.Sc.(Br. Col.), Ph.D.(Mich.) (Director, 91ÉçÇø Canadian Field Studies in Africa [CFSIA])
Linda J. Wykes; B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.(Tor.)
Associate Professors
Niladri Basu; B.Sc.(Qu.), M.Sc.(Br. Col.), Ph.D.(McG.) (Canada Research Chair) (joint appt. with Natural Resource Sciences) (Assoc. Member of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Faculty of Medicine)
Treena Delormier: B.Sc., M.Sc.(McG.), Ph.D.(Montr.)
Kristine G. Koski; B.S., M.S.(Wash.), Ph.D.(Calif.), R.D.(U.S.)
Stan Kubow; B.Sc.(McG.), M.Sc.(Tor.), Ph.D.(Guelph)
Grace S. Marquis; B.A.(Ind.), M.Sc.(Mich. St.), Ph.D.(Cornell)
Hugo Melgar-Quinonez; M.Sc.(SPHM), M.D.(USAC), D.Sc.(Friedrich Schiller Univ.) (Director, 91ÉçÇø Institute for Global Food Security)
Louise Thibault; B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.(Laval), Dt. P.
Hope Weiler; B.A.Sc.(Guelph), Ph.D.(McM.), R.D. (CDO) (Canada Research Chair) (Director, Mary Emily Clinical Nutrition Research Unit)
Senior Faculty Lecturers
Sandy Phillips; B.Sc., M.Sc.(A.)(McG.), Dt. P. (University Coordinator, Professional Practice (Stage) in Dietetics)
Maureen Rose; B.Sc., M.Ed., Ph.D.(McG.), Dt. P. (Director, Food and Nutrition Laboratories)
Faculty Lecturers
Paul-Guy Duhamel; B.Sc.(McG.), M.Sc.(Montr.), Dt. P. (Manager, Food and Nutrition Laboratories)
Mary Hendrickson-Nelson; B.A.(St. Benedict), B.Sc.(Minn.), M.Sc.(Colo. St.), Dt. P.
Hugues Plourde; B.Sc.(McG.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Montr.), Dt. P.
Joane Routhier; B.Sc.(McG.)
Sessional Lecturers
Peter Bender (PT); B.Ed., M.A.(McG.), Ph.D.(Flor. St.)
Stéphanie Chevalier (PT); B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.(Montr.), Dt. P. (joint appt. with Medicine)
Michele Iskandar: B.Sc.(Nutr.), M.Sc.(Nutr.)(Amer. U. Beirut), Ph.D.(McG.)
Steven Landry (PT); B.Com., B.Ed., M.B.A.(McG.)
Dina Spigelski; B.A., B.Sc.(Nutr. Sc.), M.Sc.(McG.)
Associate Members
Anaesthesia: Franco Carli, Ralph Lattermann, Thomas Schricker
Food Science & Agricultural Chemistry: Stephane Bayen
Kinesiology: Ross Andersen
Medicine: Louis Beaumier, Stéphanie Chevalier, L. John Hoffer, Larry Lands, Errol B. Marliss, José Morais, Jean-François Yale
Natural Resource Sciences: Sebastien Faucher
Parasitology: Marilyn E. Scott
Adjunct Professor
Kevin A. Cockell; B.Sc., Ph.D.(Guelph) (Health Canada)
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Aug. 17, 2017) (disclaimer)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Human Nutrition (Thesis) (45 credits)

Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Dietetics Credentialing (83 credits)

This program is open to students with a B.Sc. in nutrition or an allied health profession, including biochemistry, kinesiology, physiology, or other related field, who would like to become a member of the Ordre professional des diététistes du Québec. Students may be required to complete a qualifying year (a variable number of required undergraduate credits),...

For more information, see Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Dietetics Credentialing (83 credits).

Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Practicum (45 credits)

Master of Science, Applied (M.Sc.A.) Human Nutrition (Non-Thesis): Project (45 credits)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Human Nutrition

Graduate Diploma (Gr. Dip.) Registered Dietitian Credentialing (30 credits)

** This program is currently not offered. **

For more information, see Graduate Diploma (Gr. Dip.) Registered Dietitian Credentialing (30 credits).

Faculty of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)
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