Nutrition and Health

The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health at Kansas State University is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students for careers in the diverse fields of nutrition, health promotion, and dietetics. This program provides students with a solid foundation in the scientific principles of human nutrition, biological sciences, and health-related fields, enabling them to understand the complex interactions between diet, lifestyle, and health outcomes. The curriculum combines coursework in biochemistry, physiology, food science, community health, and behavioral sciences, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for promoting optimal health and well-being across diverse populations.

Throughout the program, students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning experiences, including internships, research projects, and community service activities. These practical components help students develop essential skills in dietary assessment, nutritional counseling, public health planning, and program evaluation. The program also emphasizes current issues in nutrition such as obesity, chronic disease prevention, food security, and sustainability, preparing graduates to address the pressing health challenges faced by society today.

Students enrolled in the Nutrition and Health program benefit from the expert guidance of faculty members who are actively involved in research and community outreach projects. The university's state-of-the-art facilities and resources support an engaging educational environment that encourages critical thinking, innovative problem-solving, and lifelong learning. Graduates of this program pursue diverse career paths, including dietetics, public health nutrition, community wellness programs, research, and further advanced studies such as a dietetics internship or graduate degrees in related health sciences. Overall, the program aims to produce competent, ethical, and compassionate nutrition professionals equipped to make meaningful contributions to individual and public health.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline June/November/April Tuition fee

• USD 398 Module (International)

Tuition fee per 1 credit.

Start date May,July,December 2015 Credits 120 credits
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• English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time Intensity Flexible Part-time variant Flexible Structure Fully structured Student interaction Online group works/assignments Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Courses include:

• Introduction to Public Health
• Basic Nutrition
• Human Nutrition
• Science of Food
• Nutritional Assessment
• Life Span Nutrition
• Energy Balance
• Public Health Nutrition
• Nutrient Metabolism

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

Students wishing to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health:

Apply online or print out an application there. You’ll apply as a transfer student.

If you have received credit from other institutions, have each institution send anofficial transcript to the K-State Office of Admissions, and follow up with that office to make sure that they have received your transcripts. Your application will not be processed until all transcripts from the institutions you’ve identified have been received. Transcripts mailed by students are not considered to be official. K-State Admissions, phone, e-mail, Office of Admissions

Send official descriptions of any relevant classes from the college catalog that was in effect when you were enrolled

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Kansas State University.

Funding

Earn part of the $21 million K-State awards each year in scholarships. They're awarded based on academics, activities, service and financial need.

Students are awarded only one academic or leadership scholarship, where the highest eligible dollar amount is given. Supplemental awards can increase these awards, but the prestigious Presidential Scholarship replaces any other award.

Accreditation

Kansas State University has been providing quality education to the residents of Kansas, the country and the world for the last 150 years.

Located in a community with nearly 60,000 people and more than 24,000 students, we are able to provide a safe and supportive environment for our students.

Kansas State University has 3 campus locations, two of which, Manhattan and Salina, have complete academic programs and on-campus housing. Olathe is the third and newest extension of the university, focusing on collaborating with industry and Kansas City K-12 schools.

Accreditation

Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools since 1916.