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Foods & Nutrition (BScFN)
Explore food, health, and the systems that connect them — through a flexible, interdisciplinary approach.
Foods & Nutrition (BScFN)
Explore food, health, and the systems that connect them — through a flexible, interdisciplinary approach.
Foods & Nutrition (BScFN)
Explore food, health, and the systems that connect them — through a flexible, interdisciplinary approach.
About Our Program
In our Foods & Nutrition program, you’ll explore food and nutrition from multiple perspectives. Whether you’re interested in global food systems and industry, the societal determinants of health, the science behind food composition, or how culture shapes food habits, this program gives you the flexibility to follow your interests. Guided by award-winning professors, you’ll examine how food and nutrition impact health, communities, and society. Your learning is supported by engaging courses such as Culinary Nutrition, Food Production Management, Food Analysis, Agriculture and Food Systems, and Global Policies and Food Safety.
- Program Name: Foods & Nutrition (Bachelor of Science)
- Degree Level: Undergraduate
- Faculty:
- Duration(s): 4 Years, 5 Years
- Program Modules: Honours Specialization, Specialization, Minor, Concurrent Degree, Combined Degree (BScFN + Ivey HBA)
- Program Contact: fnsinfo@uwo.ca
- Application Deadline:
- Note that we still accept applications that come in after the equal consideration deadline, but we can't guarantee space availability.
Why students choose ÉîÒ¹¸£ÀûÕ¾ Foods & Nutrition
Get Career-Ready
Build real-world skills in the Foods & Nutrition program that translate directly into future careers in food science, health, food policy and more. Learn about patient care through extensive case work from faculty with decades of experience in clinical care settings. You'll also explore a wide range of concepts surrounding the art and science of food and the impact of nutrition on health and well-being.
Hands-On Experience
Get ready to roll up your sleeves. From your very first year, you’ll dive into hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art food labs and tutorials that bring nutrition, metabolism, and food science to life. As you move through the program, you'll start applying what you learn—analyzing foods, interpreting nutrition data, and understanding how diet impacts health. These real-world experiences build the confidence and practical skills you’ll use in your career.
Breadth and Flexibility
Whether you’re passionate about food policy, community nutrition, or the science behind how our bodies use food, this program gives you room to explore. Choose electives that match your interests, mix in complementary courses, and map out your unique path. You’ll get the flexibility to shape a degree that fits your goals—now and in the future.
Admission Requirements
Ontario high school students must have the following courses:
- 12U English (ENG4U)
- 12U Biology (SBI4U)
- 12U Chemistry (SCH4U)
- Functions (MCF3M or MCR3U)
- Any Grade 12 Mathematics
Please note
- Applications to Foods & Nutrition do not require special supplemental applications.
- Applications to the , or major scholarships require additional supplemental information.
The central Admissions Office oversees the admission process for all undergraduate programs at ÉîÒ¹¸£ÀûÕ¾, regardless of your status (i.e. domestic/international student). Admission is competitive and enrolment is limited, so meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Key Information for International Applicants
International secondary school students
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International university transfer students
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Pursuing a Foods & Nutrition degree as a second degree
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Graduate ready to launch your career with confidence.
Experiential learning opportunities within the Faculty of Health Sciences help you to turn theory to practice. Work with professionals in your field of interest, and build the skills that employers are looking for.
Program Modules
Choose a pathway designed for your career goals.
Foods & Nutrition
Nutrition & Dietetics
Nutrition & Dietetics and Kinesiology
Nutrition & Dietetics and Health Sciences
Nutrition & Dietetics and Ivey HBA Dual Degree
After Graduation
A degree in Foods & Nutrition opens the door to meaningful careers that make a real impact on people’s health and well‑being. Our graduates step into diverse roles in the food industry, health care, research, and community organizations.
Employment opportunities for our graduates include:
- Registered Dietitian
- Sensory Lab Coordinator
- Food Product Developer
- Health and Wellness Coordinator
- Nutrition Manager
Arianna Mastrolonardo, Nutrition & Dietetics program, Brescia School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, Scholar’s Electives
Seeing health from every angle
The community here is supportive, friendly, and encouraging. The professors constantly provide us with amazing opportunities to network with professionals, and everyone brings such different perspectives to the table. Nutrition is very subjective, and it's often put into an objective light in mass media. Studying food and nutrition has allowed me to explore those gray areas and understand that health looks different for everyone.
Follow your heart. If you're passionate about food and nutrition, take the dive. There’s truly something for everyone within this program.
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