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Course Overview

Understanding nutrition, especially nutritional content, can have a remarkable impact on our health. Educating the public about the benefits of nutrition, and the various ways healthy living can improve our well-being is the focus of the BS degree in nutritional sciences.

The nutritional sciences degree blends biological, chemical, and behavioral sciences to help health professionals, administrators of nutrition and health promotion programs, and the general public better understand and translate the science of food into policy and practice. Nutritionists and nutrition scientists apply their knowledge to help businesses offer employee wellness programs; assist food systems administrators and engineers involved in food innovation and technology; and oversee government programs addressing food insecurity and population health issues.

The major offers a challenging curriculum that prepares students with an in-depth understanding of nutrition as an important moderator of health. Students are well prepared to apply to professional programs, such as medical school, enter graduate school for further biomedical studies, or provide expertise in nutrition to the general public in a range of diverse settings (e.g., sports fitness programs, hospitality industry, nutrition writing, and federal nutrition programs).

An effective nutritional scientist is skilled in working with people to address behavioral issues, teach clients about nutrition and health properties in food, and offer nutrition supervision. The major offers a comprehensive curriculum that provides a solid foundation in nutritional sciences as well as leadership skills that include communication, problem-solving, team dynamics, and interaction with the community.

Program Goals and Outcomes

  1. Prepare students to apply nutrition principles, concepts, and practices to domains aligned with health and wellbeing.
  2. Demonstrate ability to integrate science-based nutrition information and research into practice.
  3. Develop communication skills and professional behaviors for entry into professional practice.
  4. Apply principles of management and systems to deliver nutrition programs and services.
  5. Prepare students for successful application to graduate and professional schools or professional employment in health and nutrition careers.
  6. Demonstrate knowledge and skills for customer service including development and delivery of information, products and services to individuals, groups, and populations.

Career Opportunities

Careers in nutrition are diverse, ranging from policy development, communications, and social and community services. You can choose to select electives to become eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), a respected credential in health care education. You will also be well prepared to pursue graduate study for a career in medicine, allied health, or research.

Entry Requirement 

Admission Requirements:

The admission process, requirements, and guidelines are the same for all undergraduate students. As an international student, you will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency, and RIT will consider students at all levels of English language proficiency for admission.

You should  apply for undergraduate admission to be considered for these options:

  • Full university admission: If you meet English language proficiency standards, you will be considered for admission to the academic degree program you choose.
  • Conditional university admission: If you do not meet English language proficiency standards you will be considered for admission, and will need to complete additional courses through RIT’s English Language Center in addition to their academic degree program.  

Test Type

Minimum Score for Full Admission

Score for Conditional Admission

Internet Based TOEFL (iBT)

79

78 or lower

PTE Academic

58

57 or lower

IELTS

6.5

6.0 or lower

Freshman Admission

For all bachelor’s degree programs, a strong performance in a college preparatory program is expected. Generally, this includes 4 years of English, 3-4 years of mathematics, 2-3 years of science, and 3 years of social studies and/or history.

Specific math and science requirements and other recommendations

  • 3 years of math is required.
  • Biology and chemistry required. 

Fees

Full-time Tuition (12-18 credit hours)

Per Semester: $26015

Per Year: $52030

Total Estimated Cost of Attendance

Per Semester: $34638

Per Year: $69276

Part-Time Tuition Fees

The charge per credit hour is $1760. Multiply the number of credit hours by this amount to calculate your total.


This information was accurate on : 08/04/2021
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