To be admitted to this program, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a nationally or internationally recognized university in one of the following fields, with a minimum grade of 13/20 or its equivalent:
- Food Science and Technology
- Food Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
Candidates should have at least a Second-Class Upper Division in their field of study. Applicants with a Lower Division degree who have at least 3 years of experience in the food industry (e.g., Brewery, Vintage, Dairy, Meat, Vegetables and Fruits, Legumes, and related food sectors) will also be considered. Applicants with qualifications from institutions outside Rwanda that have been approved by the relevant Rwandan body may also be admitted.