Master of Science in Agriculture -Food Science and Management
About
All graduates will be able to:
Graduate students learn to conduct innovative and high quality research to solve emerging problems in food science by:
- Demonstrating a fundamental understanding of food science knowledge and principles.
- Applying scientific knowledge to assess and solve food science problems.
- Exhibiting communication skills to convey technical information and defend scientific findings.
- Designing and conducting research experiments and analyzing research findings.
Graduate students gain professional and leadership skills for professional positions in food and allied industries, government, or academia by:
- Presenting research to local, regional, and national audiences through publications and presentations.
- Participating in professional organizations and related activities.
- Obtaining successful placement in relevant industry, government, or academia positions.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of the WSU Graduate School. These requirements include a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 or better GPA. No GRE is required. All international applicants must demonstrate a basic proficiency in English by submitting official TOEFL scores; the minimum TOEFLi score is 80. Admission requirements include a background in an area of food science, agriculture, or related field; or documented evidence of coursework or work experience in these areas. Without this relevant background, students may be required to complete 6 to 9 semester credits of prerequisite courses at the beginning of their degree program, and these courses may or may not be counted toward the degree program requirements.
English Program Requirements
- 80 TOEFLI Minimum score
- 7.0 IELTS Minimum score
Career
Food Research and Development Scientist
Research Scientist
Food Chemist
Food Product Development Manager
Corporate Quality Assurance Manager
Food Safety Microbiologist
Food Innovation and Quality Product Manager
Technical Services Manager
Flavor Chemist
Sensory Scientist
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Manufacturing Quality Manager
Faculty
Faculty members from the following departments can serve on committees for this degree (click the degree to view the faculty lists). For a list of WSU Extension faculty that can serve on committees, contact Lisa Lujan at [email protected].
- Animal Sciences
- Crop and Soil Sciences
- Economics
- Horticulture
- Plant Pathology
- Entomology
- Food Science
Fee Information
How to Apply
Gather Your Documents
Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.
Your application for admission must include:
- Official transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card
Get the admission application and other necessary forms.
Prepare Your Information
You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.
- Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
- Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)
You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.
Complete the Application and Submit Documents
To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.
If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.
Office of International Programs
International Undergraduate Admissions
Kruegel Hall
PO Box 643251
Pullman, WA 99164-3251
USA
[email protected]
United States of America, Pullman