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Apr 19, 2024
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2014-2015 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Nutrition, Exercise, and Food Sciences (M.S.) - Food Science Specialization
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Program Information
The M.S. in Nutrition, Exercise and Food Sciences provides an opportunity to specialize in Nutritional Sciences, Exercise Science or Food Science. Students are prepared for careers in clinical, industry, or research fields. A partial list includes clinical dietitians, public health nutritionists, research dietitians, clinical exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, research assistants or coordinators, instructors, or public health officials. Careers in food science include food product development, packaging development, food production manager, and quality control, among others.
Courseload Information
Students enrolled in six or more state-supported credits within a given semester will be charged the current special discipline fee.
Student Support and Engagement Opportunities
The Department of Health and Nutritional Sciences aims to provide premier academic programs and high-quality services to students. A limited number of research and teaching assistantships and scholarships may be available to qualified graduate students.
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Available Options for Graduate Degrees
Master of Science Option A
Option B
Core Requirements
Nutrition, Exercise, and Food Sciences Core Requirements:
- Credits: 2
- Credits: 3 (Option B)
- Credits: 5 (Option A)
- Advanced Research Methods Course Credits: 3
- Advanced Statistics Course Credits: 3
Food Science Specialization Requirements:
- Credits: 4
- Credits: 4
- Credits: 3
- Electives 5-13
Total Credits: 30 (Option A), 36 (Option B)
Additional Admission Requirements
GRE: Required
TOEFL: required score of 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, 79-80 Internet-based
IELTS: 6.0
Letter of application stating to include the following: primary area of interest (nutrition, food science, etc); desired research focus; long-term goals outlining career goals; interest in assistantship (teaching or research); reason(s) for attending graduate school; current professional certifications and credentials; an interview (in person or via phone) is highly encouraged but not required.
Master’s Nutritional Sciences Admission Requirements:
Entering students for the Master’s degree will be required to have a Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, exercise science, nutrition, biology, chemistry, epidemiology, or other related field from an accredited institution. Students with other educational backgrounds may be admitted conditionally. They will be required to complete the necessary coursework to eliminate deficiencies in their background during their first semester in the program.
Prerequisites for the Master’s degree include STAT 281 or equivalent, NFS 315, CHEM 106/108 or CHEM 112/114 or equivalent, BIO 221, BIOL 325, and PE 350 or equivalent for students in the Exercise Science Specialization. General Requirements (Master’s Degree)
Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.
See Master’s Degree Requirements .
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