Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (BSN)
4 Years Full Time
CourseImg Medicine & Health Sciences CAD 91369.2
Min. Qualification :
10 + 2 High School / Senior Secondary
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Wolfville, Nova Scotia : English
Scholarship
Specializations
  • Science
Fees Details
Year Name Fees Total
1st Year Application Fee CAD 40 22872.299999999999
1st Year Tution Fee CAD 22832.3 22872.299999999999
2nd Year Tution Fee CAD 22832.3 22832.299999999999
3rd Year Tution Fee CAD 22832.3 22832.299999999999
4th Year Tution Fee CAD 22832.3 22832.299999999999
Required Documents
  • Passport Copy
  • 10th Marklist
  • 12th Marklist/Equivalent
  • Proof of IELTS Score
Admission
Starting Date Application Deadline Status
2025-01-06 00:00:00.000 2024-09-16 00:00:00.000 Active
2025-05-05 00:00:00.000 2025-03-01 00:00:00.000 Active
Eligibility

Since English is the language of instruction at Acadia University, candidates must be able to communicate competently in English both orally and in writing, and students whose first language is not English may be required to present the result of the TOEFL, IELTS, CAEL or PTE Academic. Acadia's English requirements are as follows:

  • TOEFL - 90 IBT with no subtest score below 20
  • IELTS - 6.5 with no subtest score below 6.0
  • CAEL/CAEL Online - 70 with no subtest score below 60
  • PTE Academic - 61 with no subtest score below 60
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam (CAE): Pass A,B or C - 180 or above with no subtest score below 173
  • PELMO - 65 with no section below 30
  • Cambridge B2 First Exam (FCE): Pass A - 180 with no subtest score below 173

If a student has studied in an English medium of instruction for three years, the language proficiency requirement may be waived.

Students in high school in Canada whose first language is other than English may have to submit a language proficiency test.

Students who do not meet our English requirements but are academically admissible may receive an offer of admission allowing them to begin academic studies upon successful completion of our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program. 

Admission Process

1. Application along with supporting documents will be processed on The Edu Network.
2. Non-refundable application fee of CAD $40 will be charged from the student .
3. Student will receive the admission offer either conditional or unconditional on his TEN Agent portal.  After accepting the offer Fee invoice will be generated on student account.
4.After getting the fee invoice student can pay the fee and fee receipt can be found on TEN Portal. 

Syllabus

First Year at a Glance

Semester One

BIOL 1813
Human Biology 1
CHEM 1013
General Chemistry 1
NUTR 1313
Human Nutrition 1
NUTR 1333
Food Commodities 1
PSYC 1013
Introductory Psychology: Experimental Area

Semester Two

ENGL (or other language) xxx3
Your choice
CHEM 1023
General Chemistry 2
NUTR 1323
Human Nutrition 2
NUTR 1343
Food Commodities 2
PSYC 1023
Introductory Psychology: Applied Area

Description

Acadia University’s School of Nutrition and Dietetics is home to a vibrant research community and skilled faculty who will help you develop the knowledge and skills you’ll need for a career in this increasingly important field.

You will acquire an understanding about food and develop an appreciation for current issues in nutrition and dietetics. You will gain solid knowledge in biology and chemistry that is applied to studies of food and nutrient metabolism. Combined with courses in areas such as statistics, communications, psychology, and nutrition education, this background prepares you to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities to plan, develop and manage relevant nutrition programs. Outside of the classroom, you can participate in our School’s student society (NADS), the Canadian Association of Food Service Professionals (CAFP), Slow Food, Acadia student government (ASU), and the Acadia Farm, among many other activities.

Be Inspired

The School of Nutrition and Dietetics is the “go to spot” for students interested in learning about nutrition, food, and health. As part of a unified team, we inspire and compel you to learn, question, and develop into well-rounded, competent, independent nutrition leaders. Our strong curriculum includes innovative and integrated approaches, which enhance student and faculty visibility. Our outcomes are recognized locally and nationally. Our faculty, staff, and students support each other and our reputation is enhanced as a result of the building of individual careers in teaching, scholarly activity, and community service.

Future Careers

  • Diabetes educator
  • Food product developer or marketer
  • Food service manager or administrator
  • Food/nutrition writer/journalist
  • Health educator
  • Nutrition educator
  • Public health or community nutritionist
  • Registered or professional dietitian in home care, hospitals, and primary care
  • Sensory scientist
  • Sport nutritionist

Visa

For visa process, refer to this link:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html

Documents Required : 

1. Application Form 

2. Passport Copy 

3. High School Diploma (10th, 12th ) , Proof of  Last Qualification 

4. Proof of English Proficiency 

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