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Mount Saint Vincent University

Halifax , Nova Scotia ,Canada

BSc Applied Human Nutrition

When you enroll in one of our Bachelor of Science programs in Applied Human Nutrition, you’ll be working with world-class faculty to understand the principles and research developments in this innovative and highly relevant field. Whether you plan to become a dietitian, a researcher, or a nutritionist, whether you want to work in product development, food security or community nutrition, or the health care field, and whether you plan to build your career in Canada or abroad, our programs will give you the skills and the knowledge that you need to excel.

Program Options
You can choose from one of our three Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition (BSc AHN) programs.

  1. BSc AHN Nutrition: Nutrition is the study of the relationships between food and its nutrients, food and the environment, and food and health. If you plan to pursue a career in food product development, the agri-food sector, community and social services, the health professions, or if you plan to pursue advanced graduate, medical, or professional studies, this program might be ideal for you.
  2. BSc AHN Dietetics: Studying dietetics will help you to understand how to apply the principles of food, nutrition and health to promoting the nutritional well-being of the public. When you earn your Dietetics degree, you can build a rewarding career in community nutrition, in the food industry, in fitness and sports nutrition, or you can go on to become a researcher or pursue graduate studies in the field. In your final year of study in this program, you can apply for a dietetic internship to become a registered dietitian. Or, as a graduate of the BSc AHN Dietetics program, can apply to a graduate program with a combined internship, such as our Master of Science in Applied Human Nutrition (internship option). Internship applications are competitive. We encourage students with strong academic records to apply to these programs.
  3. BSc AHN Dietetics with Internship: In this program, you’ll combine coursework with the MSVU Internship Education Program (IEP) in order to be eligible to become a registered dietitian. Admissions to this highly in-demand program are competitive. If you have a strong academic record, we encourage you to apply. This Dietitians of Canada-accredited program will allow you to work as a dietitian in hospitals, long-term care, private practice, in the food industry, and more.

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Mount students are encouraged to apply for job opportunities during Convocation. Those hired will work alongside a variety of University departmental teams on tasks ranging from parking to degree framing and assisting grads prepare for their ceremony.

If you are interested, submit your resume according to the directions given below. Positions may be filled in advance based on the quantity and quality of applications received.

Important:
Students must have a social insurance number to be eligible for hiring.
Jobs below pay a minimum of $11.55 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay.

Opportunity Title

Gown Assistants

Requirements

Set-up

Ceremonies (all)

Training (2 hours)

Ceremonies (8 hours)

Apply / Info

Apply with resume (including email address) in the Dean’s Office, Seton 302.

Opportunity Title

Ushers (20)

Requirements

Chancellor’s Dinner(4 hours)

Apply / Info

Apply with resume to Kim Campbell, President’s Office, Evaristus 205.

Opportunity Title

Parking Attendants

Requirements

Approximately 8 hours per day.

Apply / Info

Apply at the Assisi Security Desk

PSW Opportunity

Psw same as course duration For all courses above 8 months (Lets say course duration is 2 years psw is 2 yrs so total 4 yrs of visa)

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

International applicants are expected to have completed a preparatory program that leads to university entrance in their own country.

High School Students
In general, secondary school applicants have an average of 70% (5 best scoring academic subjects considered) during their final year of schooling. Applicants looking to transfer from another post-secondary institution must demonstrate an overall GPA of 2.0. Refer to chart below for program specific requirements.

Canadian High School Curriculum

Students in Canadian curriculum high schools must have an overall average of 70% in their five best academic subjects with a minimum of 60% in each individual subject. Each program has specific requirements, please refer to the program requirements chart below to ensure admissibility.

Advanced Placement

The Mount participates in the Advanced Placement Program administered by the College Board in Princeton, New Jersey. Students may receive transfer credits for the following Advanced Placement Examinations provided they have achieved grades of four or five: Biology, Computer Studies, Economics, English, Mathematics, Political Studies, Psychology and Spanish. For more information, please visit: Advanced Placement Program

IGCSE / GCSE or Cambridge “O” & “A” Levels

British System applicants need grades of A, B or C in five subjects, including two A (Advanced) levels or four AS (Advanced Subsidiary) levels and three O (Ordinary) level courses, or the equivalent in Scottish Highers or Welsh Baccalaureate. Program specific requirements also need to be met.

International Baccalaureate

Mount Saint Vincent University welcomes applicants holding the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma. Students enrolled in the IB program may receive transfer credit for a maximum of five credits for Higher Level IB courses with final grades of five, six or seven upon presentation of the completed diploma. Students receiving transfer credit for IB courses are advised to contact graduate and professional schools to determine the effect of those credits on their plans for future study and their career goals. For more information, please visit: International Baccalaureate Program

India

Higher Secondary School Certificates awarded at XI or XII – with grades of A, B or C

English Language test scores may be required

IELTS

6.5 (no score below 6.0) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)

CAEL

60 (no score below 60) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)

TOEFL (iBT Test)

86 – 92 (no score below 21) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)

TOEFL (Computer Test) 

226 – 235 (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)