Nutrition and Health Sciences
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If you are interested in studying the scientific basis of nutrition for a career in medicine and the health sciences or in nutrition science research, with a focus on the prevention of chronic disease, consider this option.
Tracks within the option will allow you to specifically focus and prepare for careers in medicine and the allied health sciences or for academia and/or health-related research.
With an education in nutrition science, you have many career options due to the growth and aging of our population, the focus on prevention of obesity and other chronic diseases, as well as a growing emphasis on health, nutrition and wellness.
Future Students
- Visit Undergraduate Academic Advising to pursue this program.
Current Students
- Use the general catalog to view courses offered in the program.
- Use an option sheet (pdf) to track your progress in completing course requirements.
- Schedule an advising appointment.
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