The Master of Science Degree in Food Regulatory Affairs is an online program designed for students who wish to enhance their working knowledge of food regulatory affairs. This multidisciplinary program is suitable for students with various disciplines and experiences. It is particularly relevant to students involved in food law and policy development, regulatory implementation, regulatory affairs with government agencies, and regulatory management.
Admission
Applicants will be accepted after being reviewed by an admissions committee. An academic advisor will assist the student in planning a program of study that is related to the student’s interests and professional goals and that fulfills college and university requirements.
Applicants must:
- have completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- have completed 6 or more credits in food science, nutrition, dietetics, biology, or equivalent.
- Demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English and submit a letter of interest.
Applicants who do not meet all the requirements listed above may be admitted provisionally. Prerequisite (additional) course work may be required for provisional admission and does not count toward the degree.
Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Food Regulatory AffairsA total of 30 credits is required for the degree under Plan B (without thesis) and is available online only.
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All of the following courses (15 credits): |
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FSC |
810 |
International Food Laws and Regulations |
3 |
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FSC |
811 |
Food Laws and Regulations in the United States |
3 |
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FSC |
820 |
Regulatory Leadership in Food Law |
3 |
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FSC |
870 |
Capstone Applied Project in Food Regulatory Affairs |
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VM |
810 |
Introduction to Food Safety and Professional Development |
3 |
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Complete 15 additional credits in electives approved by the student's academic advisor. |
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Complete and pass the final capstone applied project. |
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