Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
The Department of Nutrition offers four concentration areas for the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition degree: Dietetics, Food and Nutrition Management, Human Nutrition, and Nutrition Communication.
Dietetics
Want to be a registered dietitian (RD)? A Registered Dietitian is a food and
nutrition expert who has met the minimum academic and professional requirements
to qualify for the “RD” credential. ASU’s Dietetics program provides all of the
academic coursework you’ll need to qualify to become an RD.
RDs work in a variety of settings. Based on statistics from the American
Dietetic Association (ADA), 33% of RDs work as medical nutrition therapists in
hospitals, but there are also opportunities for RDs in school food service,
public health agencies, food and beverage industries, nursing homes, and even
spas!
The Dietetics concentration includes coursework in
nutrition and also physiology, chemistry, and microbiology. Students who focus
on Dietetics also complete a semester-long field experience project to gain
valuable experience as a future RD.
Students who complete a BS degree in Dietetics at ASU can
apply to complete a dietetic internship, which will further prepare them to take
the exam to become an RD. ASU’s program in Dietetics is accredited as a
Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) by the Commission on Accreditation for
Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association (ADA), 120 South
Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995. (Visit the Steps to Becoming a Registered Dietitian page for more information.)
Curriculum Information: All degrees require 120 total semester hours, of which 45 must be at the 300- and 400-level.
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Food and Nutrition Management
The Food and Nutrition Management degree concentration is designed to provide students with an understanding of the food industry and the ability to apply nutrition principles to food production. Students will be able to manage and market food, along with the ability to develop a food or menu that meets a specific nutrition guideline.
This degree prepares students to become food service directors at schools,
healthcare facilities and corporate food service operations. Our graduates
aspire to own restaurants or nutrition-related businesses, work in supplement or
pharmaceutical sales, or work in food marketing and distribution.
Coursework in Food and Nutrition Management focuses on a
strong foundation in food purchasing, production, and planning. Additional
coursework in management, marketing and nutrition prepares students for a
variety of food service positions. According to the National Restaurant
Association, the number of food service
managers is projected to increase by 15% in the next 10 years. Graduates
can also pursue the credentials of certified dietary managers and school food
service and nutrition specialists.
Curriculum Information: All degrees require 120 total semester hours, of which 45 must be at the 300- and 400-level.
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Human Nutrition
Did you know that many ASU students have graduated from the
Department of Nutrition to go on to medical school?
We’ve also had students from the Human Nutrition program go
on to study dentistry, podiatry, osteopathic medicine, naturopathic medicine,
optometry, or to be a physician assistant. Focusing on Human Nutrition gives
students all of the science coursework they’ll need to succeed in their later
education. At the same time, students will have a strong foundation in
nutrition that health professionals sometimes lack.
If you have an interest in research, then Human Nutrition
is a good fit as well. Several outstanding scientists got their bachelor’s
degree in Human Nutrition from the Department of Nutrition; followed by a
master’s degree and a PhD, the opportunities in research are unlimited.
Students who concentrate in Human Nutrition will take
coursework in nutrition, in addition to physiology, chemistry, and microbiology.
This program is offered to students planning not to continue in the field of dietetics. This bachelor's degree will not meet the requirements to apply to a dietetic internship.
Curriculum Information: All degrees require 120 total semester hours, of which 45 must be at the 300- and 400-level.
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Nutrition Communication
If you’re media savvy and stay up to date on nutrition
controversies, then consider studying Nutrition Communication at ASU.
Nutrition Communication is the newest concentration offered
by the Department of Nutrition, and the program was developed in collaboration
with ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication on the
Tempe campus.
By focusing on Nutrition Communication, you’ll take classes
to be an expert communicator on issues related to food and nutrition. In the
Department of Nutrition, you’ll participate in classes that will provide content
for articles you’ll write in your communication courses. You’ll have a strong
understanding of the scientific method and statistics that many traditional
journalists don’t have. Plus, our expert faculty will share how to avoid
sensationalism and not sacrifice reality to get a better news angle.
With a concentration in Nutrition Communication, you could
have a career as an author, freelance writing for magazines and newspapers,
public relations for food and beverage companies, or consulting in program or
product development.
Curriculum Information: All degrees require 120 total semester hours, of which 45 must be at the 300- and 400-level. (back to top)
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