Master of Applied Human Nutrition

This program is currently “Registered” for accreditation with Accreditation Canada/EQual. “Registered” status serves as an important demonstration of our commitment to providing quality education in alignment with accreditation and regulatory requirements. “Registered” status is not an accreditation status, nor does it guarantee any eventual accreditation. If you require additional information regarding our “Registered” accreditation status and endeavors and/or any potential implications this may have on your future abilities to practice as a healthcare professional, we encourage you to reach out to MAHN.info@umanitoba.ca.

Admission Criteria and FAQs

2024-25 MAHN Admissions Manual 

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MAHN Information Session:

Date: Friday, November 3, 2023
Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 172 Agriculture Building, Fort Garry Campus

Questions about the MAHN program should be directed to: mahn.info@umanitoba.ca.

If you are a Registered Dietitian or a Food Service Manager interested in becoming a preceptor for the MAHN program, contact us at mahn.info@umanitoba.ca. 

MAHN admission criteria and frequently asked questions

Below is information on admission criteria, and a list of common questions and answers about the Masters of Applied Human Nutrition (MAHN) program. If your question is not answered after reviewing the information below, please contact one of the following:

Undergraduate program information: aginfo@umanitoba.ca 
MAHN information: mahn.info@umanitoba.ca

MAHN Admission Criteria

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Master of Applied Human Nutrition (MAHN) program.  Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Applicants must have a minimum of:

  • Graduated (or will be graduating in spring convocation of 2024) from a Canadian accredited dietetic/nutrition undergraduate program and have met upgrading requirements as assessed by the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM). 
     
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours of study (or equivalent to 2 years) of university-level course work is required for admission. This is a requirement of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) admission.  
     
  • It is strongly recommended that applicants have a minimum grade of 'B' or equivalent in all upper level 3000/4000 (3rd or 4th year) Nutrition courses (HNSC for UM students) taken within an accredited dietetic/nutrition undergraduate program.
     
  • A grade of 'B' or higher is required in all courses taken to meet academic upgrading required by the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM).
    • NOTE: CDM may require Academic upgrading for applicants that are 1) internationally trained or 2) have graduated from a Canadian accredited dietetic/nutrition undergraduate program more than 3 years ago. Applicants within these categories should first consult with CDM before applying to the MAHN program. (https://www.collegeofdietitiansmb.ca/) 
       
  • Eligibility for registration as a Dietetic Intern with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba.
     
  • Applicants with Academic or non-Academic Misconduct notations on their transcripts will not be eligible to apply.
     
  • Applicants do not require advisors or supervisors to apply to this program.

International students who complete the University of Manitoba B.Sc. in Human Nutritional Sciences are eligible to apply for the MAHN program (as outlined below), and if accepted, will pay tuition based on their residency status, as per university policy.

Confirmation of Completion of Academic Program Form

NOTE: In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

MAHN Application Information:

Prospective students interested in applying to MAHN, refer to the category below in which best describes your academic history to determine your next steps.

Type A: Completed high school 

Type B: Graduated from a non-nutrition undergraduate degree program from any Canadian (example University of Manitoba) or International University

Type C: Graduated from a Canadian accredited dietetic/nutrition undergraduate degree program (example: The University of Manitoba B.Sc. Human Nutritional Sciences degree - dietetics preparation) within the last 3 years (see FAQ below for more information on calculating your 3-year currency)

Type D: Graduated from a Canadian accredited dietetic/nutrition undergraduate degree program (example: The University of Manitoba B.Sc. Human Nutritional Sciences degree - dietetics preparation) more than 3 years ago (see FAQ below for more information on calculating your 3-year currency)

  • Contact the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM) to have your transcript assessed, and to identify any course upgrading requirements, in order to apply for the MAHN program.
  • If upgrading of undergraduate courses is required, please contact the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Student Services Office at aginfo@umanitoba.ca with your Assessment Letter. 

Type E: Graduated with a non-accredited nutrition degree - B.Sc., M.Sc. or PhD (examples: University of Manitoba B.Sc. Human Nutritional Sciences non-dietetics majors; Domestic or International non-accredited nutrition degree programs)

  • Applicants with a graduate level nutrition degree (and a non-nutrition undergraduate degree) will need a B.Sc. in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited program. Please contact the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Student Services Office at aginfo@umanitoba.ca for more information on the Human Nutritional Sciences Second Degree program. 
  • Applicants with a non-accredited undergraduate nutrition degree (with or without a graduate nutrition degree) contact the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM) to have your undergraduate transcript assessed to identify course upgrading and/or degree program requirements in order to apply for the MAHN program. If upgrading of undergraduate courses is required, please contact the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Student Services Office at aginfo@umanitoba.ca with your Assessment Letter.

Type F: Internationally-educated Dietitian 

  • Contact the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM) to have your credentials assessed. If upgrading of undergraduate courses is required please, contact the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Student Services Office at aginfo@umanitoba.ca with your Assessment Letter. 

Type G: Completed academic upgrading, as required by the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM) at the University of Manitoba 

Do I have to submit my application before my recommender receives the recommendation request?

You do not need to submit your application before entering the recommender information. Your recommender will receive the recommendation request once you've entered their information.

Keep in mind that you need to complete most of the application information to move forward to the recommendation section, as the application builds on itself.

If I repeat a course, which grade will be used in the GPA calculation for my admission?

The highest grade received in the repeated course is used in the GPA calculation, any other grades received for the course are not included in the calculation. 

Do international students need to apply for a co-op work permit?

Yes, international students will need to apply for a co-op work permit and this requirement will be indicated on the admission letter.

What does within 3 years of graduation mean?

All MAHN applicants must be eligible to register as a Dietetic Intern with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM). CDM regulations state that registrants (Dietetic Interns) must have graduated (or upgraded) within 3 years of their program start date. 
Examples:

  • To be eligible, you must have convocated from an accredited undergraduate program no more than 3 years as of June 30 of the year you will commence the MAHN program. For example, if you are applying for September 2024 commencement, your date of convocation from an accredited undergraduate program must be within the last 3 years as of June 30, 2024. Those who complete academic upgrading as required by CDM will be notified of their currency timelines upon assessment by the CDM.
     

What if my graduation date is more than 3 years prior to the MAHN start date I want to apply?

Contact the College of Dietitians of Manitoba to have your transcript assessed to identify course upgrading requirements to apply for MAHN.
 

What if I apply and am not accepted?

Applicants may apply as many times as they want so long as they meet College of Dietitians of Manitoba (CDM) currency regulations.

I did not graduate from the University of Manitoba Human Nutritional Sciences degree program, can I still apply?

Please see above student type categories to determine next steps.

I have an MSc and/or PhD in Nutrition and am interested in applying for the MAHN program.

Please see category Type E above. 

Does the MAHN program accept transfer credits?

Transfer credits are not accepted.

I am interested in becoming a preceptor for the program, how do I apply?

We welcome new preceptors! Please contact MAHN.info@umanitoba.ca 

Preceptors must be Registered Dietitians in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Manitoba or experienced Food Services Managers to participate. 

Do I require a supervisor to apply?

The MAHN program is not a thesis-based graduate program, therefore, applicants do not require advisors or supervisors to apply to the MAHN program.

When can I submit my application for the MAHN program?

The MAHN application portal opens annually on October 1.

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