Bachelor of Nutrition

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Nutrition program at McGill University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how diet and nutrition impact human health and disease risk. This program leads to a Bachelor of Science (Nutritional Sciences) degree, which is a 90-credit undergraduate program. While it does not lead to professional licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist, it offers excellent preparation for various career paths, including medical and veterinary schools, graduate studies, and roles in the food and pharmaceutical industries, government, NGOs, and global health organizations.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Nutrition program is structured to provide a well-rounded education in nutritional sciences. Key features of the program include:

• Program Length: 90 credits required for graduation.
• Concentrations: Students can specialize in one of four concentrations:
  • Food Function and Safety
  • Global Nutrition
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Metabolism, Health and Disease
• Research Experience: Opportunities to engage in research projects with faculty members.
• Field Studies: Options to participate in field studies in various locations, enhancing practical learning.
• Minors: Students may choose to pursue a minor in a related field to complement their major.

This program is designed to be flexible, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals.

Featured Experiences

The Bachelor of Nutrition program offers several unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

• Research Opportunities: Students can work with faculty on research projects, gaining hands-on experience in the field of nutrition.
• Internships: The McEwen Family Internship Program allows students to complete a full-time internship during the summer.
• Field Studies: Students can participate in field studies in locations such as East Africa, Barbados, and Panama, providing real-world experience in global nutrition issues.
• Concentrations: Specializations in areas like Food Function and Safety, Global Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, and Metabolism, Health and Disease allow students to focus on their specific interests.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Nutrition program have a wide range of career opportunities available to them in Canada, including:

• Dietitian/Nutritionist: Work in clinical settings, providing dietary advice and nutrition education.
• Public Health Nutritionist: Focus on community health initiatives and nutrition policy development.
• Food Industry Professional: Roles in product development, quality assurance, and marketing within food companies.
• Researcher: Conduct research in academic or governmental institutions, focusing on nutrition-related studies.
• Health Educator: Work in schools, community organizations, or health agencies to promote healthy eating and lifestyle choices.

Additionally, the program prepares students for further studies in graduate programs, including medicine, dentistry, and other health-related fields.

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