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Nutrition and Food - BASc

Nutrition and Food - BASc

Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science
Faculty: Faculty of Community Services

Requirements: Grades-Only
Grade range: High 70s1
Experiential learning: Research project available
Full-time format: 4 Year

Is this degree for you?

Studying in the Nutrition and Food degree program will prepare you to transform practices and lives through helping individuals, families, groups and communities meet their nutrition-related needs. 

Your education in science, nutrition, research, communications and social science – in addition to advanced study opportunities in areas such as dietetics, food security, gerontology or Indigenous studies – will provide specialized knowledge and skills that help Canadians enhance their quality of life.

An optional international exchange can assist in shaping an understanding of nutrition-related theory and practice across the globe.

Recognized by:

  • The Canadian Institute of Food Science and Technology
  • The Canadian Diabetes Association
  • The Ontario Family Studies Home Economics Educators’ Association

Accreditation:

  • EQual by Accreditation Canada

Concentration:

  • Nutrition and Health Research


“TMU’s Nutrition and Food program had a foundation in social studies and community development. I think I always knew that I wanted to be working in a community rather than in a lab, and in the end, I’m very grateful I followed through with that path. Plus, it was impossible to say no to the irresistible potential offerings of career opportunities and fun in Toronto!”

- Rossen Lee, Nutrition and Food, Class of 2020

 


After you graduate with this degree

🎓 Further education:

  • Dietetics (PMDip)
  • Food science
  • Food security
  • Health promotion
  • Nutrition Communication (MHSc)

Visit graduate and postdoctoral studies.

 Career possibilities:

  • Certified diabetes educator
  • Food labeling specialist
  • Menu development consultant
  • Nutrition consultant
  • Product developer

💼 Employer possibilities:

  • FGF Brands
  • Nestlé
  • Second Harvest
  • The Hospital for Sick Children
  • University Health Network (UHN)


Academic requirements

This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.

Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher prerequisite grades and/or higher overall averages:

  • English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
  • Chemistry (SCH4U)
  • Biology (SBI4U)
  • Note: the minimum grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 70 % range) will be determined subject to competition
  • Completion of a Grade 12 U mathematics course, a Grade 12 U/M social sciences and humanities course, and a senior level family studies course is recommended

Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.

Tuition and fees range 2024-2025

For detailed fees information, visit tuition and fees by program.

Full-time format:

Ontario students: $7,340 - $7,813
Out-of-province students: $8,402 - $9,101
International students: $35,063 - $36,374

First-year courses

Here is a preview of first-year courses based on the available undergraduate calendar information.

1st Semester

REQUIRED:

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

2nd Semester

REQUIRED:

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

Faculty of Community Services

Toronto Metropolitan University's Faculty of Community Services offers a diversity of disciplines that focus on making a positive impact in the community. The rich curriculum of multi-disciplinary programs in health, education, social justice and community development is closely connected to the spirit and the dynamism of the community.

Faculty of Community Services degree programs

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Student spotlight

TMU alum inducted into Toronto Sport Hall of Honour

While studying Nutrition and Food, Katie Heggtveit founded Bootcamps for Change, which provides fitness programs to youth experiencing homelessness. She has since expanded and recently received an award from the Toronto Sport Hall of Honour.

 

Read more: Alumni awarded for her work with youth experiencing homelessness

Katie Heggtveit


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Notes:

  1. Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2025 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.

Disclaimer: 

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.