Nutritional Sciences: Dietetics Emphasis

University of Arizona

United States of America, Tucson

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University of Arizona

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

Main - Tucson

Yuma

Online - Arizona International Direct

Online - Arizona Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines21-Aug-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523 / year

Next Intake 21-Aug-2023

Nutritional Sciences: Dietetics Emphasis

About

Be on the front lines of helping people live healthier, happier lives. Thanks to important new research in disease prevention, the field of nutrition is growing. The Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences is a science-heavy approach to nutritional therapies and human health and well-being. The program offers two areas of study. Students in the Dietetics emphasis take courses in medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, nutrition counseling and food service management. Students are eligible to take the Registration Examination for Dietetic Technicians after graduating to earn the Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered credential. Beginning January 1, 2024, students must have earned a master's degree in order to sit for the RDN exam.

Effectively communicate diet and nutrition information/knowledge to diverse populations

Apply scientific evidence, best practices, and professional judgment when evaluating food- and nutrition-related problems

Identify alterations in nutrition metabolism and its implications on health and disease

Utilize food science and culinary principles in food preparation to recognize how knowledge of food can influence nutritional status.

Disciplines

College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The specific admission requirements relating to Jordan are as follows:

Required Documentation: High School Transcripts

Minimum Overall Grade Required: 80 or B equivalent

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school): 4 year bachelor

Undergraduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Graduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Career

Clinical dietetics

Sports nutrition

Food and nutrition management

Healthcare

Public policy

Research

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

The online application takes 30-45 minutes to complete.
Within two days of submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to check your application status online using the Future Wildcat portal.
At least once a week be sure to check the email account you used to apply for updates about your admission status, which may require you to take some action.
Once your application is complete, you’ll typically be notified of your admission decision within 2 weeks.
Admission decisions are announced by email; your admission packet will come in the mail later.
Be sure to check your email regularly after you’ve been admitted, so you can take the next steps for enrollment.