Delve into the intricate behaviours surrounding food at both individual and societal levels, and understand how these behaviours impact nutrition habits throughout life. In Applied Human Nutrition, you will explore how human nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining health and preventing disease. Armed with this foundational knowledge, you'll adeptly translate cutting-edge research into practical programs and policies.
In the Applied Human Nutrition program, you will engage in lectures that integrate biological and social sciences, gaining fundamental insights. Labs offer hands-on application of classroom teachings, while small group seminars delve into new topics and emerging research. As a student, you can specialize in dietetics, with accreditation through EQual/Accreditation Canada, setting you on the path towards becoming a Registered Dietitian.
Explore Biological and Societal Dimensions of Nutrition
Delve in the biological and societal aspects of nutrition across preventive, maintenance, and therapeutic perspectives throughout your studies and practical experiences.
Expand Nutritional Knowledge Beyond the Classroom
Apply nutrition theory in a field experience course, develop research skills through an internship, manage a restaurant, or test your theories with an undergraduate thesis.
Launch Your Path to Become a Registered Dietitian
Accredited by EQual/Accreditation Canada, the dietetics emphasis prepares you to pursue a dietetic internship post-graduation and attain Registered Dietitian status.
To see all courses offered in the Applied Human Nutrition program, visit our Academic Calendar.