Make a Greater impact
Take your knowledge of food science and nutrition further through graduate education that connects scientific discovery with real-world challenges. From developing innovative foods to advancing human health and gaining professional experience in dietetics, explore programs that build specialized expertise, research skills and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Master of Science in Food Science
Advance your understanding of food science through specialized coursework and faculty-guided thesis research. Investigate challenges in food chemistry, microbiology, processing, safety and product development while building the scientific expertise to drive innovation across the food industry.
Interested in getting your bachelor's and master's in food science at the same time? Look into the blended program.
Master of Science in Nutrition
Deepen your knowledge of nutrition science through advanced coursework, interdisciplinary research and applied learning. Explore how nutrition influences human health, metabolism and disease prevention while developing the skills to contribute to research, healthcare and public health.
Want to get your bachelors and a masters in nutrition both at Cal Poly? Look at the blended nutrition bachelors and masters program.
Master of Science in nutrition and Dietetic Internship
Turn nutrition knowledge into professional practice through Cal Poly’s ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship. Gain supervised experience in clinical nutrition, community health and food service management while developing the skills to pursue registration as a dietitian nutritionist.
Advance Your Impact
Learn why Cal Poly Food Science and Nutrition graduate programs are right for you.