Program Overview

Program Overview

The Doctorate in Nutrition is a 90-credit program that explores the relationships between nutrition and health. It is offered by the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Montreal.

Program Details

• Duration: 3-5 years (full-time)
• Language: French
• Location: Montreal campus
• Degree: Ph.D. in Nutrition

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

• Hold a master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., nutrition, biochemistry, physiology)
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.3
• Demonstrate proficiency in French (equivalent to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
• Provide letters of recommendation and a letter of intent
• Pass a written and oral examination

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the student's status:

• Quebec resident: $2,183.05 per semester (full-time)
• Canadian non-Quebec resident: $2,183.05 per semester (full-time)
• International student: $9,972.10 per semester (full-time)

Research Areas

The program covers various research areas, including:

• Epidemiology of nutritional status in at-risk populations
• Nutritional, metabolic, and hormonal aspects of obesity, anorexia nervosa, and diabetes
• Lipid metabolism and ketone bodies
• Role of lipids in hyperlipidemia and atherosclerosis
• Effects of nutrition and aging on liver function
• Nutritional factors related to obesity, diabetes, and cancer
• Nutrition and sports
• Nutrition education

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Research and academia
• Public health and policy
• Industry and consulting
• Healthcare and nutrition counseling

Additional Information

The program is designed to provide advanced training in nutrition research and prepare students for careers in academia, industry, and government. It is offered in French, and applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language. The program is accredited by the University of Montreal and recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Quebec.