About Nutrition
Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences (B.S Nutrition Sciences)
A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nutrition Science degree program focuses on intensive study in biological and physical sciences as a basis for understanding the science of nutrition and the relationships between nutrients and human health.
Nutritional Sciences
Bachelor’s programs in nutrition science prepare students for careers as nutritionists, registered dietitians (RD) or other dietetics professionals. Depending on the level of study, nutrition science degree programs may require cooperative work experiences for hands-on practice in the field. The program of 4 years has a strong scientific and nutrition foundation, covering the scientific basis of nutrient requirements and healthy eating, with significant reference to nutritional physiology, biochemistry and immunology. The following are a few of the curriculum topics that will be covered in the undergraduate program:
- Food studies
- Disease prevention
- Food safety
- Public health policy
- Food environment
- Food cultures and behaviors
The background and skills provided by the curriculum assist students understanding the constantly changing nutrition research, information, and products.
Nutrition is an integrative science with the overall objective of improving the health and well-being of individuals and groups. Nutritional inquiry includes not only molecules, genes, cells, organs, and complex organisms in biological life processes but also the links between life sciences and health, behavior, education, culture, and population.
With awareness of the growing importance in food and nutrition, our graduates are in strong demand. This program prepares you to work in the health and food industry developing innovative foods, improve global food and nutrition security, promoting and managing diets conducting research and lifestyles for optimize health.
Job Outlook
A wide range of careers are available to graduates of nutrition science bachelor’s degree programs. They can obtain jobs in fields like healthcare, sales, product development, healthcare facilities, sports nutrition and private practices. Some career choices include:
- Community nutritionist
- Home health care aide
- Registered dietician
- Nutrition consultant
- Dietetic technician
Students who earn a B.S. in Nutrition Science may complete both educational coursework and fieldwork. Graduates are often prepared for professional licensure as registered dietitians; they may also find work as community nutritionists, dietetic technicians or health care aides.
Nutrition Sciences graduates may also enjoy helping professional or student athletes in sports ranging from sprinting to swimming. Others may find employment in health communities’ local gyms. Others may work in food service for corporations, schools, airlines and research. Those with inquiring minds may prefer the laboratory, conducting experiments for Quality Control Departments, new products or drug companies to further understand metabolic pathways.