Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Food Science

Public interest regarding the importance of nutrition to health and fitness is at a high level and increasing. The major in Nutrition and Food Science involves integration of the biological, medical, and social sciences and their application to the improvement of human nutrition and fitness, prevention of chronic disease, and improved quality of life. The major is both science- and human service-oriented.

Nutrition and Food Science graduates gain a scientific understanding of the principles of human nutrition, the role of nutrition in the prevention and management of disease, delivery of nutritional care, and the principles of nutrition assessment and food preparation. Additionally, graduates know the techniques of interviewing, counseling, information management, and effective communication.

Four concentrations are currently available in this major: Dietetics and Nutrition Management, Nutrition and Fitness, Nutritional Sciences (pre-med), and Food Safety and Nutrition.