Major in Nutrition and Food Science, Pre-Health Nutrition Concentration
Program Overview
The Pre-Health Nutrition concentration at Colorado State University provides a comprehensive foundation in sciences and nutrition, preparing students for careers in healthcare and research. It offers a pathway to graduate studies in nutrition, medicine, and related fields, as well as research opportunities in food science, nutrition, and biomedical sciences.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Pre-Health Nutrition concentration within the Nutrition and Food Science major at Colorado State University is designed to provide a strong foundation in natural and biomedical sciences, as well as nutrition. This program prepares students for graduate studies, medical school, or careers in nutritional research, biomedical research, or college teaching. It is considered an excellent pre-health professions curriculum. Students must complete an 8-12 month accredited dietetic internship after graduating with a B.S. in Nutrition and Food Science, and they must also earn a master's degree (effective January 2024). The internship process is separate from the B.S. degree and requires a competitive application.
Careers:
The Pre-Health Nutrition concentration prepares students for a variety of career paths, including:
- Graduate Studies: The program provides a strong foundation for pursuing advanced degrees in fields such as nutrition, public health, biomedical sciences, and medicine.
- Medical School: This concentration is an excellent pre-medical curriculum, equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills for a successful medical school application.
- Nutritional Research: Graduates can pursue careers in research institutions, government agencies, or private companies, focusing on areas like food science, nutrition, and public health.
- Biomedical Research: The program's emphasis on biomedical sciences prepares students for research roles in areas like drug development, disease prevention, and human health.
- College Teaching: With further education, graduates can pursue careers as professors or instructors in nutrition, food science, or related fields.
Other:
- The program requires a minimum of 120 credits, with at least 42 credits being upper-division (300- to 400-level).
- The program is outlined with a suggested course schedule for each semester, including critical and recommended courses.
- The program includes a variety of courses in natural and biomedical sciences, nutrition, and related fields.
- Students are encouraged to explore elective courses to meet their specific interests and career goals.