Human Physiology and Nutrition, BS

The Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology and Nutrition offers students a degree that is specifically designed for those who want to study human-specific aspects of health and disease as they prepare for careers that require advanced professional degrees and/or licensure (e.g. medical doctor, osteopathic doctor, physician assistant, chiropractor, dentist, registered dietitian nutritionist).

Learning Outcomes

The specific Program-Level Learning Objectives were developed with the intention of preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and scientists for employment in rapidly growing and evolving settings.

1. Students will form a strong foundational knowledge in the basic life sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy, physiology, and nutrition

2. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for entry level employment in health-related fields or pursue advanced degrees in clinical practice or applied sciences by:

• Applying principles and knowledge gained through coursework to novel problems and situations in clinical and/or applied research settings.
• Demonstrating effective communication skills in both academic and clinical settings.
• Demonstrating the ability to use equipment and technology germane to the fields of human physiology and nutrition.
• Exhibiting the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Employing professional and ethical behavior in clinical and/or applied research settings.

General Information

• A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to earn a degree in Human Physiology and Nutrition.
• A minimum of 39 credit hours of HPNU coursework is required for the major; at least 33 credit hours must be upper-division (3000+ level) course work.
• Grades of “C-” or better are required on all courses for the Human Physiology and Nutrition degree.
• There are two options available for completing the Human Physiology and Nutrition degree. Students must select one of the two options.
  • Biomedical Science
  • Dietetics and Nutrition