Academic Calendar - 2024

Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024

Brescia

Specialization SPECIALIZATION IN FOODS AND NUTRITION
Food and Nutritional Sciences, School of



The Specialization in Foods and Nutrition, within the Bachelor of Science Foods and Nutrition (BScFN) degree, is offered by Brescia University College. Enrollment is through Brescia University College or the Faculty of Science.

The Specialization prepares students for possible employment in foods and nutrition careers, e.g. food service and distribution, population and community health and food industry.

Graduates also may pursue advanced study in areas such as Community Development, Education, Food Science/Safety, Food Service Management, and others.

Students are encouraged to seek academic advising at Brescia University College early in the program, especially if they intend to combine the Specialization with a Major or Minor in a complementary field.

Admission Requirements


Completion of first year requirements with no failures. Students must have a minimum of at least 60% in the following courses:

Chemistry 1301A/B, Chemistry 1302A/B
Biology 1290B
Foods and Nutrition 1070A/B
Foods and Nutrition 1241A/B
Physiology 1021

Module/Program Information


Module
9.0 courses:

3.0 courses: Foods and Nutrition 2232, Foods and Nutrition 2266F/G, Foods and Nutrition 2230A/B, Foods and Nutrition 2449A/B, Foods and Nutrition 3342A/B.
0.5 course: Human Ecology 2222A/B.
0.5 course from: Chemistry 2003A/B (recommended), Chemistry 2213A/B.
0.5 course from: Biochemistry 2288A (recommended), Biochemistry 2280A.
4.5 courses from:  Foods and Nutrition or Human Ecology at the 3000 or 4000-level.

 

 


Progression


Progression Requirements

To remain in the Specialization in Foods and Nutrition, students must maintain a modular average of 60% or above.


Related Information


Brescia University College will fully integrate with Western University as of May 2024, following the approval of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) by the governing boards of the two institutions on January 10, 2024.

Students wishing to learn more can refer to the Office of the Registrar website for additional information.