About the Program
Explore complex nutrition issues by integrating core courses, lab work and health sciences. The program offers two tracks: Pre-professional for students aiming for careers in medicine, dental, veterinary or graduate studies, and Animal Nutrition for those focusing on animal health. With a strong emphasis on understanding the role of nutrition in health and disease, this program prepares students for careers in research, healthcare and specialized nutrition fields.
The Polytechnic Approach
In the nutrition science program, you’ll gain hands-on experience that connects science to real-world applications. Through lab courses and research opportunities, you’ll explore how nutrition affects health, disease and overall well-being. Whether you’re conducting experiments, analyzing data, or working with advanced nutrition technologies, the program gives you the tools and skills to succeed in research, healthcare and beyond.
Career Outcomes
Program Emphasis
Courses
The Nutrition Science option offers an in-depth exploration of nutrition through core courses combined with laboratory and health sciences. This subplan includes several preparatory emphases: Pre-professional, which gears students towards medical, dental, veterinary, and graduate studies; and Animal Nutrition, designed for those pursuing veterinary or advanced degrees in animal nutrition. The program emphasizes a scientific understanding of complex nutrition issues, integrating research with practical applications. Students are prepared for careers in research, medicine, and advanced studies, with a curriculum that promotes an appreciation for the interdisciplinary nature of modern nutrition science. This option is ideal for those aiming to advance in scientific research or specialized fields within nutrition.