Graduate Programs
For students with undergraduate preparation in food science, nutrition, or other science-based curricula. A thesis is required. Research areas vary with faculty expertise and interest. Graduates are prepared for further study in doctoral programs or for responsible positions in the nutrition and food industries.
The Food Science and Nutrition Department offers a master's degree in Food Science, a master's degree in Nutrition, a Dietetic Internship (DI), and a combined master's degree and dietetic program. In addition, students currently enrolled at Cal Poly as undergraduate students can apply to the blended master's in food science program (for food sciene undergraduate students) or blended master's in nutrition (for nutrition students).
If you are interested in the Food Science master's or blended program, click here.
If you are interested in the Nutrition master's or blended program, click here.
If you are interested in the Dietetic Internship (DI) and combined master's and DI program, click here.
General Information for FSN Graduate Programs
Application for Admission
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Graduate School Forms, Guidelines & Handbook
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CAFES Graduate Coordinators Contact Information
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Financial Assistance: Scholarships, Fellowships, Assistantships, and other financial support information
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