Human Nutrition (BS)
A comprehensive, whole-person understanding of the relationship between health and nutrition.
Human Nutrition gives you a strong, science-based foundation in nutrition science, culinary medicine, health behavior and wellness — with the flexibility to shape your coursework toward your own career goals. Whether you are pursuing a pre-professional pathway in medicine, PA, PT, nursing, OT or pharmacy, exploring health and wellness coaching, moving toward corporate or community wellness or health communications, or planning graduate study in nutrition or health sciences, this concentration adapts to get you there.
Hands-on culinary medicine experiences, flexible elective hours, meaningful internships and real-world application equip you for today's evolving healthcare and wellness landscape.
| Major | Health Studies |
|---|---|
| Concentration | Human Nutrition |
| Degree | Bachelor of Science (BS) |
| Program materials | Human Nutrition brochure — degree sheet coming soon |
Post-Grad + Careers
As professional programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing increasingly recognize the role of nutrition and lifestyle in patient outcomes, a strong foundation in human nutrition has never been more valuable. Health care is shifting toward prevention, wellness and whole-person care, which makes this one of the most versatile concentrations available.
Graduates are well positioned to pursue:
Dietetics, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and PA programsRegistered dietitian pathwayHealth and wellness coachingCorporate or community wellnessPublic health nutritionNutrition educationHealth communicationsClinical nutrition supportResearch and graduate study
Internship
You will extend your knowledge beyond the classroom through an internship, applying what you learned in professional settings. You select and secure your own internship site, which may include health departments, rehabilitation centers, community centers, hospitals, schools, corporate settings and more.
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For more information
Mary Catherine Schallert, Program Coordinator
mcclark1@memphis.edu