University of Georgia University of Georgia 54 courses 31 total credits
M.S. Thesis Option Students in the Nutritional Sciences M.S Thesis option conduct an in-depth research study in one of the department’s specialized program areas in conjunction with supporting coursework. This option is best if you plan to pursue a doctoral degree or career in research. M.S. Non-Thesis Option The Nutritional Sciences M.S. Non-Thesis option provides you with the knowledge and experience to prepare you for clinical, community, industry, government, and basic science careers. We’ve designed our curriculum to develop your: a) Application of research in real world settings such as program planning, policy development our counseling b) Concentration in a specialty to expand your career c) Speaking and writing skills for a variety of audiences d) Skills to be lifelong learners and consumers of new and emerging information Double Dawgs This major is part of a Double Dawgs pathway: Culinary Science and Nutrition BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS Culinary Science and Nutrition BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS(non-thesis) Dietetics BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS Dietetics BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS(non-thesis) Exercise and Sport Science BSEd/Nutritional Sciences MS (Nutrition for Sport and Exercise)(non-thesis) Nutritional Sciences BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS Nutritional Sciences BSFCS/Nutritional Sciences MS(non-thesis) For more information, go to doubledawgs.uga.edu
| Total Credits | 31 credits |
Thesis and Non-Thesis Tracks
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUTR 4100/6100 | Micronutrient Nutrition | 3 |
| NUTR 6400 | Advanced Macronutrients | 3 |
Thesis Track Only
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUTR 7000 | Master's Research | 1-12 |
| NUTR 7300 | Master's Thesis | 1-12 |
| NUTR 8560 | Proposal Writing | 3 |
| NUTR 8900 | Seminar in Nutritional Sciences | 1-6 |
Non-Thesis Track Only
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NUTR 6900 | Current Topics in Nutritional Sciences | 2 |
Elective Courses
Choose 4 to 7 credit hours from the following:; Choose 12 credit hour(s) from the following:
Optional - 12 credit hours
Choose 1 course(s) from the following:; Choose 1 course(s) from the following:; Choose 5 credit hour(s) from the following:
Additional Requirements
Students must meet Graduate Student requirement of 12 credits of graduate level only coursework.; Select additional courses, as needed, in consultation with an advisor to meet the minimum number of required credit hours for this program.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRSC 7001 | GradFIRST: First-year Research and Scholarship Training Seminar | 1 |
| GRSC 7770 | Graduate Teaching Seminar | 1-3 |
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