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About Study a wide variety of scientific areas that address the preservation and processing of raw commodities into healthy, safe and appealing foods. Apply this knowledge to global food issues involving the relationship between food and human health and food security to developing a safe and nutritious food supply. Quick facts Four-year degree Full or part-time program You can enter this program directly from high school You can begin this program off-campus What you will learn You will learn the chemical and physical nature of foods, causes of food deterioration, the basis of food safety, and principles of food processing, preservation, and packaging. You will examine what’s happening to meet consumer demand for nutrition, debate issues of food additives versus natural foods, learn about natural toxicants and research new methods of detecting unsafe or unwholesome food. Careers Some career opportunities include: Food technologist Animal health technician Primary meat hygiene inspector Quality assurance coordinator Research technician Tuition estimates Canadian Students International Students Tuition $6,347 $17,327 Fees $922 $922 Books $1,500 $1,500 Total $8,769 $19,749 Tuition will vary depending on the type and number of classes you take in a year. This estimate reflects a typical amount you could expect to pay in your first year if you enroll in a full course load, the maximum number of courses allowed (2018-2019 Canadian dollar rates). Fees are used to fund specific student benefits, including health, vision and dental coverage, a bus pass, recreational programs and fitness centre access. The cost of books and supplies varies widely depending on the courses you choose. It is recommended that you budget between $1,000-$2,000 per year. Program options These Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Food Science degrees are offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science: Bachelor of Science Four-year Bachelor of Science Honours You should consult with an academic advisor in the college when you begin your studies to decide if you want a four-year or honors degree. Deadlines Start Term Application Deadline International Deadline SpringMay 2019 Apr 1, 2019Documents due: May 1, 2019 Feb 1, 2019Documents due: Mar 1, 2019 SummerJuly 2019 May 1, 2019Documents due: Jun 1, 2019 Mar 1, 2019Documents due: Apr 1, 2019 FallSeptember 2019 May 1, 2019Documents due: Jun 1, 2019 May 1, 2019Documents due: Jun 1, 2019 WinterJanuary 2020 Dec 1, 2019Documents due: Dec 15, 2019 Sep 1, 2019Documents due: Oct 1, 2019

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USask is one of the top research-intensive, medical-doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, like water and food security. Study and discovery are enhanced by our outstanding facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for Nuclear Innovation. Read less

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