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B.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition

Description

The program in dietetics and nutrition provides an academic path for students to enter careers or advanced programs in dietetics and nutrition.

Minimum Total Credit Hours: 124

Goals/Mission Statement

The mission of the program in dietetics and nutrition is dedicated to preparing future professionals for dietetic internships, related work experiences, and postbaccalaureate studies. Goal 1. Provide students with a high quality didactic learning environment and experience to ensure they are competent in knowledge, skills, and foundations to be successful in the dietetic profession. Goal 2. Provide opportunities for students to develop and explore their personal and professional interests, and to value lifelong learning. Goal 3. Prepare graduates for professional service in dietetic internships, employment, or to pursue higher education opportunities.

General Education Requirements

  • Engl 101 or Hon 101 (3)
  • Engl 102, Liba 102 or Hon 102 (3)
  • Engl 250: Applied Writing (3)
  • Literature (3)
  • Psy 201: Introduction to Psychology (3)
  • Soc 101: Introduction to Sociology (3)
  • Statistics (Math 115, Econ 230, Bus 230, or Psy 202) (3)
  • Math 121: College Algebra or higher (3)
  • Fine arts (AH 101, 102, 201, 202, Mus 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, Danc 200 or Thea 201) (3)
  • Humanities (chosen from AAS, Clc, G St, literature, modern or ancient language, Phil, Rel or S St) or fine arts (3)
  • Human Biology (Bisc 102/103 or 160/161) (4)
  • Speech (Spch 102, Spch 105 or Bus 271) (3)
  • Csci 191: Office Applications (3)
  • Chem 105/115: General Chemistry I/Lab (4)
  • Chem 106/116: General Chemistry II/Lab (4)
  • Bisc 206: Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
  • Bisc 207: Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
  • Bisc 210: Principles of Microbiology (4)
  • Chem 121: Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry (4)
  • Chem 271: Biochemical Concepts (3)
  • Mgmt 371: Principles of Management (3)
  • Mgmt 383: Human Resource Management or FCS 566: Human Resource Development in Services (3)

Course Requirements

The following FCS courses are required for this program: FCS 211, 214, 311, 363, 373, 410, 411, 415, 461, 462, 472, 483, 511, and 517.

Other Academic Requirements

A verification statement documenting successful completion of all undergraduate course requirements is required for graduates to gain acceptance into accredited dietetic internship programs.

A student must complete the component requirements for the B.S.D.N.

The policies and regulations contained in this online University of Mississippi Catalog are in effect for the current or selected semester. The catalog is not a contract, but rather a guide for the convenience of students. The University of Mississippi reserves the right to 1) change or withdraw courses; 2) change the fees, rules, and schedules for admission, registration, instruction, and graduation; and 3) change other regulations affecting the student body at any time. Implicit in each student’s enrollment with the university is an agreement to comply with university rules and regulations, which the university may modify to exercise properly its educational responsibility.