UMass Amherst
The Department of Nutrition offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Nutrition. Nutrition is the study and application of the relationship between food and health. The challenges facing nutritionists today range from problems of obesity and chronic diseases to those of malnutrition, food insecurity and nutritional deficiencies. Nutritionists work for hospitals and clinics, community organizations, wellness and fitness programs, and institutions throughout the world. Nutritionists provide dietary counseling and education, conduct research, develop menus and foodservice systems, and deliver many other services for individuals and populations.
CIP Code:
30.1901
Dietetics | Nutrition & Health Sciences | Nutrition & Society
Natural Sciences Managers | Biological Scientists, All Other | Life Scientists, All Other | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Dietitians and Nutritionists | Dietetic Technicians
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is the largest public research university in New England. With more than 28,000 students and over 200 distinct academic programs – including highly ranked programs in business, computer science, health care and the social sciences – UMass Amherst is one of the most comprehensive institutions in the Northeast.
