Nutrition and Food (BASc)

Studying Nutrition and Food at Ryerson 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 understanding of nutrition-related theory and practice across the globe.

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)

Accredited program recognized by the Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice (PDEP) which provides the academic foundation for further dietetic training after graduation. It is also recognized by the Canadian Institute of Food Science and Technology, the Canadian Association of Foodservice Professionals, the Canadian Diabetes Association and the Ontario Family Studies Home Economics Educators’ Association.