Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition

Program Overview

This Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition program provides a comprehensive foundation in nutrition science, with a focus on wellness, community nutrition, and food service. Students will gain knowledge in nutrition education, counseling, and research, preparing them for careers in healthcare, public health, and food industry. The program includes a variety of major electives, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests.

Program Outline

Outline:

First Year

• First-Year Seminar (3 credits)

General Education Requirements (30 credits)

Major Requirements (42 credits)

• BSHN 1200 - Nutrition for the Health Professions (3 Credits)
• BSHN 1300 - Careers in Nutrition (3 Credits)
• BSHN 1400 - Nutrition Seminar (3 Credits)
• BSHN 2000 - Principles of Wellness (3 Credits)
• BSHN 2100 - Food and Culture (3 Credits)
• BSHN 2300 - Nutrition Education, Counseling & Communication (3 Credits)
• BSHN 2400 - Community Nutrition (3 Credits)
• BSHN 2500 - Introduction to Food Service (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3000 - Lifespan Nutrition (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3100 - Nutrition Advocacy & Public Policy (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3200 - Exploring Nutrition Research (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4000 - Nutrition at the Cellular Level (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4100 - Principles of Medical Nutrition Therapy (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4200 - Human Function & Nutrition (3 Credits)

Major Electives (15 credits - Choose 5)

• BSHN 3300 - Global Nutrition (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3400 - Plant-Based Nutrition (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3500 - Interprofessional Models of Nutrition Care (3 Credits)
• BSHN 3600 - Nutritional Implications for Special Populations (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4300 - Nutritional Science and Academic Writing (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4400 - Directed Individual Study (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4900 - Global Outreach and Applied Learning (3 Credits)
• BSHN 4901 - Domestic Outreach and Applied Learning (3 Credits)

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