Degree Options

Curriculum sheet for NUFS

Nutrition/Dietetics

     Nutrition is a science concerned with human physiology, biochemistry, and their relationship to human health and well-being. Professionals in nutrition conduct research and provide education and/or counseling to a variety of audiences in many different settings, including medical centers and hospitals, extended care facilities, schools, public health agencies, and health clubs. Graduates of the Nutrition/Dietetics emphasis are eligible to apply for an American Dietetic Association approved dietetic internship and, following its successful completion, to take the national registration examination to become a Registered Dietitian (R.D.).

Nutrition Science

     Graduates of the Nutrition Science option are eligible to apply for admission to medical, physical therapy, and other health professional schools. The Nutrition Science emphasis is also excellent preparation for graduate school.

Food Science

     Food Science is the application of basic sciences and engineering to the development, production, processing, packaging, and distribution of foods. The ever changing food supply must meet the demands of consumers, be profitable for the manufacturers, and ideally meet dietary guidelines for health maintenance. With expertise in Food Science, graduates are prepared to enter many areas of the food industry, including research and development, marketing, and management. Students are provided the opportunity to make practical applications of their studies by applying their knowledge to food formulation and production problems experienced by industry.