Bachelor of Science, Nutrition (B.S.) Requirements
The Bachelor of Science, Nutrition program will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind food, health, and human well-being. Combining principles of biology, chemistry, and food systems, the program will equip students with the knowledge and skills to assess nutritional needs, promote healthy lifestyles, and address public health concerns. Coursework covers topics such as human metabolism, food science, and community nutrition, preparing graduates for careers in healthcare, wellness, research, and food industries. Students will engage in laboratory work and community outreach programs. Graduates may pursue careers as nutritionists, dietitians (with additional degrees and credentialing), health educators, or food industry professionals, or continue their education in advanced healthcare or research fields such as dietetics, public health, nursing, healthcare administration, physical therapy, sports management. This program fosters a deep understanding of the role of nutrition in disease prevention and overall well-being, preparing students to make meaningful contributions to individuals and communities.
1. Earn a grade of a "C" or higher in all pre-requisite and major courses
2. Earns a grade of a "D' or higher in all major courses
3. Earn an overall institution GPA minimum of "2.0"
PRE-MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
COURSE | TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
BI 151/L | 151/L Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
BI 152/L | 152/L Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
BI 162/L | BI 162/L General Microbiology & Lab | 4 |
CH 100 | CH 100 Chemistry Essentials | 3 |
PSY 200 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
CH 254/L | CH 254/L Survey of Organic & Bioorganic Chemistry & Lab | 4 |
HC 202 | Disease and Illness and Lab | 4 |
PSY 350 | PSY 350 People and Cultures of Hawaii | 3 |
HC 302 | Health Promotion Coaching Strategies | 3 |
PSY 315 | Behavioral Science Statistics | 3 |
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
COURSE | TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
NTR-200 | Social Impacts of Food and Health | 3 |
NTR-201 | Food Science | 3 |
NTR-202 | Foundations of Human Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-301 | Nutrition and Health through the Lifespan | 3 |
NTR-302 | Community Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-300 | Nutritional Assessment | 4 |
HC-317 | Business Principles in Health Promotion | 3 |
NTR-304 | Culinary Principles and Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-401 | Behavioral Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-402 | Principles of Nutrition, Fitness, and Exercise | 3 |
NTR-403 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-370 | Emerging Trends in Nutritional Science | 3 |
NTR-404 | Sustainable Food Systems and Hawaii | 3 |
HC-305 | Public Health Policy | 3 |
NTR-381 | Special Topics | 0-4 |
*Courses will also fulfill general education requirements where appropriate.
MINOR REQUIREMENTS
Sports Track | ||
course | title | |
|---|---|---|
NTR-202 | Foundations of Human Nutrition | 3 |
NTR-402 | Principles of Nutrition, Fitness, & Exercise | 3 |
NTR-403 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
Take 2 Upper Division | 6-7 |
General Track | ||
course | title | |
|---|---|---|
NTR-202 | Foundations of Human Nutrition | 3 |
Take 4 Upper Division | 12-13 |