Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science
Nutritional Science provides the breadth of knowledge in nutrition, from basic sciences to research for nutrition. Graduates will get an understanding of the role of nutrition plays in disease prevention and promotion of health and get prepared to become productive professionals aiming at improving well-being and health of the community
Program Objectives
- To provide knowledge, skills and professional values for a successful career in nutrition and potential entry into graduate education
- To prepare graduates who demonstrate commitment to community service, leadership, communication, research skills, knowledge as well as ethical values.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Explain scientific basis of human nutrition, nutritional requirements, nutritional epidemiology and research methods.
- Implement nutritional assessment, nutrient analysis of foods and dietary planning to promote health and in support of healthy individuals and communities
- Describe the food chain and its impact on food choices and practices in social and behavioral contexts.
- Demonstrate ethical behavior and values of professional conduct, according to good clinical practices.
- Formulate ideas and opinions concerning food and diet.
- Evaluate appropriate theories and methods (dietary, research, statistical) for health promotion, education and nutrition-related investigations.
- Effectively perform and interpret statistical analyses for decision-making purposes in the field of nutrition.
- Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently and effectively in group.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written forms with diverse audiences.
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours : minimum 120 hours
General Education (Req. Ch: 21)
| Theme 1: UAE National Identity (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEEM110 | Contemporary Emirati Studies | 3 |
| Theme 2: Academic Language Proficiency (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEAE101 | Academic English for Humanities and STEM | 3 |
| Theme 3: Innovation (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIT113 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| Theme 4: Entrepreneurship (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIE222 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Theme 5: Sustainability (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GESU121 | Sustainability | 3 |
Students shall register 6 CH from the 6 following themes (a maximum of 3 CH from each theme, except theme 11, where all 6 CHs should be taken for a particular language)
| Theme 6: Quantitative Reasoning and Critical Thinking (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHI180 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| MATH120 | Contemporary Applications of Math | 3 |
| STAT101 | Statistics in the Modern World | 3 |
| ECON110 | Principles of Economics | 3 |
| Theme 7: Humanities (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIS100 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| GEIS101 | Biography of the Prophet "Sira" | 3 |
| HSR120 | Introduction to Heritage & Culture | 3 |
| HSR130 | Introduction to Language & Communication | 3 |
| MSC200 | Introduction to Mass Media | 3 |
| PHI101 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| TRS200 | Introduction to Translation | 3 |
| Theme 8: Behavioral and Social Sciences (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CURR103 | Early Childhood Development & Learning | 3 |
| GEO200 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| HSR140 | Introduction to Society & Behavior | 3 |
| HSR150 | Introduction to Government Policy & Urban Structures | 3 |
| PHI226 | Human Rights Theory | 3 |
| PHIL120 | Principles of Professional Ethics | 3 |
| PSYC100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Theme 9: Natural Sciences (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARAG205 | Introduction to Fish & Animal Science | 3 |
| ARAG220 | Natural Resources | 3 |
| CHEM181 | Chemistry in the Modern World | 3 |
| GEOL110 | Planet Earth | 3 |
| PHYS100 | Astronomy | 3 |
| PHYS101 | Conceptual Physics | 3 |
| Theme 10: Health and Wellness (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEHP111 | Happiness and Wellbeing | 3 |
| NUTR100 | Nutrition and Well-being | 3 |
| PHED201 | Physical Fitness and Wellness | 3 |
| PHED211 | Health and Movement | 3 |
| SLP101 | Language Development and Impairment | 3 |
| SPED101 | Education of Exceptional Children | 3 |
| Theme 11: Cultural Diversity (Registering in any of these courses (CHIN101, FCH101, KOR101, GER101, SPN101) should be followed by registering in the relevant complementary course (CHIN102, FCH102, GER102, KOR102, SPN102, respectively) (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CHIN101 | Chinese 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| FCH101 | French 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| GER101 | German 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| KOR101 | Korean 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| SPN101 | Spanish 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| CHIN102 | Chinese 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| FCH102 | French 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| GER102 | German 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| KOR102 | Korean 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| SPN102 | Spanish 2 for Beginners | 3 |
Nutritional Science
Internship
| Required Course (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| NUTR491 | Internship (NS) | 3 |
Elective Courses
| Students should select five courses from the list below (15 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS110 | General Physics II | 3 |
| AGRB395 | Contemporary Food Sustainability and Nutrition | 3 |
| AGRB360 | Global Agri-food Trade | 3 |
| FDSC309 | Sensory evaluation | 3 |
| NUTR379 | Functional Food and Health | 3 |
| NUTR396 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| NUTR443 | Meal Planning | 3 |
| NUTR478 | Medical Nutrition Therapy II (NS Program) | 3 |
Free Electives
| Free Electives (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
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