COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Applied Human Nutrition (MAHN) program at Mount Saint Vincent University requires the completion of 5.0 units and can be pursued on a full-time or part-time basis, providing flexibility for students balancing professional and academic commitments. The program includes 1.0 unit of required coursework, which students select from foundational courses such as GAHN 6670, GAHN 6675, or GAFS 6613, offering essential knowledge in nutrition science, applied practice, and research methods. In addition, students complete 3.0 units of GAHN electives, which include options such as GAHN 6609, 6620, 6715, 6720, 6725, 6730, 6735, 6740, 6745, 6750, 6755, and 6760, allowing students to tailor their studies to specific areas of interest within human nutrition. These electives cover advanced topics in nutrition across the lifecycle, public health, sustainability, and specialized applications in clinical or community settings, although course availability may vary each year. Finally, students select 1.0 unit of graduate-level electives, which can be chosen from other programs with departmental approval, enabling interdisciplinary learning and professional development. Together, these components equip graduates with the expertise, critical thinking, and practical skills necessary for leadership roles in nutrition research, policy, education, and applied practice, while fostering a strong foundation in sustainability, social justice, and evidence-based approaches to food and nutrition.