Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics
Online Coursework
All undergraduate students are required to have a laptop computer that can connect to the internet using a high-speed connection. Many courses are taught with the expectation that students use laptop computers in class and when applicable this is noted in the Schedule of Courses.
Specific laptop guidelines for students can be found here.
The majority of dietetics courses are offered in-person with in-person exam proctoring. MSU uses the Desire 2 Learn (D2L) learning management system for both in-person and online courses, with log-in and tracking capabilities. When online courses or online exams are offered in the dietetics program, a combination of application and web activity restrictions, identity verification, and monitoring of the test taker via webcam and mic allows instructors to maximize the integrity of the test taking environment. Privacy of student information is a priority at MSU and guidelines from the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) are followed. Faculty with access to student records take a D2L course to check FERPA knowledge and to agree to FERPA adherence.
Graduation Requirements
A minimum of 120 semester credits is required for completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate. Students are strongly encouraged to finish within 3 years of admission into the upper level of dietetics (150% of time from admission or 36 months).
University Requirements in Integrative Studies
Total Credits: 20
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| IAH – Arts & Humanities IAH 201-210 (choice) | 4 |
| IAH – Arts & Humanities IAH 211-241 (choice) | 4 |
| ISS – Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences ISS 200-level | 4 |
| ISS – Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences ISS 300 level | 4 |
| ISB* – Biological Sciences (alternate track required) | (3) |
| ISP* – Physical Sciences (alternate track required) | (3) |
| ISB/ISP* – Biological or Physical Sciences Laboratory (alternate track required) | (2) |
| Tier I Writing WRA 101, Writing as Inquiry | 4 |
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Tier II Writing requirement completed in major by HNF 300 and HNF 471 and HNF 472 |
*Students who are enrolled in the dietetics major complete an alternative track to Integrative Studies in the Biological and Physical Sciences that consists of the following courses: Physiology 250/Biochemistry 200; Chemistry 141, 143, 161. The completion of CEM 161 and CEM 143 satisfies the laboratory requirement.
College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Requirements
Total Credits: 3
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| EC 201 – Introduction to Microeconomics | 3 |
| EC 202 – Introduction to Macroeconomics | 3 |
College math requirement met in the major with MTH 103 or 116 (or higher) PLUS STT 200 or 201.
Total Credits: 82-85
Supporting Discipline Courses
Total Credits: 37-40
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| ANTR 350 – Human Gross Anatomy for Pre-Health Professionals | 4 |
| BMB 200 – Introduction to Biochemistry | 4 |
| CEM 141 – General Chemistry | 4 |
| CEM 143 – Survey of Organic Chemistry | 4 |
| CEM 161 – Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| FSC 342 – Food Safety and HACCP | 3 |
| MGT 325 – Management Skills and Processes | 3 |
| PSL 250 – Introductory Physiology | 4 |
| PSY 101– Introductory Psychology | 4 |
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| MTH 103 – College Algebra | 3 |
| MTH 116 – College Algebra and Trigonometry | 5 |
| Higher Level Math | 3+ |
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| STT 200 – Statistical Methods | 3 |
| STT 201 – Statistical Methods with Lab | 4 |
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Professional Courses
Total Credits: 45
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| HNF 150 – Introduction to Human Nutrition | 3 |
| HNF 300 – Experimental Approaches to Foods | 4 |
| HNF 320 – Professional Practice of Dietetics and Nutrition | 3 |
| HNF 350 – Advanced Biochemical Nutrition | 4 |
| HNF 377 – Applied Community Nutrition | 3 |
| HNF 378- Applied Community Nutrition | 1 |
| HNF 406 – Global Foods and Culture | 3 |
| HNF 411 - Research Methods in Dietetics | 3 |
| HNF 440 – Foodservice Operations | 3 |
| HNF 444 – Business of Nutrition Services | 3 |
| HNF 445 – Foodservice Management Practicum | 2 |
| HNF 446 - Applied Culinary Nutrition | 2 |
| HNF 453 – Nutrition and Human Development | 3 |
| HNF 471 – Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 | 4 |
| HNF 472 – Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 | 4 |
Total Credits: Approximately 15 (pending math placement)
Tuition, course fees, and housing costs are estimated by using a “Tuition and Fees Calculator” provided by the Office of the Controller. Specific rates can be found on the Student Accounts web page. Additional costs, such as books and supplies, can be estimated here.
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