Nutrition Minor
Nutrition is the science that connects food and eating to health and well-being. Information about food and nutrition, some of it not very reliable, surrounds us. Nutrition professionals work in a variety of roles to support individuals, communities and populations. A strong foundation in nutrition is important for professionals seeking careers in nutrition and dietetics, healthcare, fitness, food science and technology, public health, sports nutrition and other fields.
Why study nutrition at St. Thomas?
Our program is designed to help students build and apply knowledge of nutrients – their food sources, functions and metabolism – and how these impact the human body. Students will learn to communicate behaviors that align with healthy eating patterns to support the needs of different life stages and diverse populations. Nutrition students will build skills in finding, evaluating, and translating information about food and nutrition for a variety of audiences. The nutrition minor is open to students from all academic areas of study.
Program Overview
Course Requirements
Students complete 16 credits for the minor with courses in nutrition, food science, sports nutrition, and food and nutrition communication. The minor is open to students in all majors. Pre-requisite coursework for the upper level courses include Introduction to Nutrition and a 100-level biology or chemistry course.
Four-Year Plan
Nutrition is a flexible minor, meaning students can pair it with a variety of majors to support their educational and career goals. We recommend connecting with the program director early in your academic career to make sure you stay on track with the program for graduation.
Degree Awarded
Minor in Nutrition
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
Students complete 16 credits for the minor with courses in nutrition, food science, sports nutrition, and food and nutrition communication. The minor is open to students in all majors. Pre-requisite coursework for the upper level courses include Introduction to Nutrition and a 100-level biology or chemistry course.
Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan
Nutrition is a flexible minor, meaning students can pair it with a variety of majors to support their educational and career goals. We recommend connecting with the program director early in your academic career to make sure you stay on track with the program for graduation.
Degree Awarded
Degree Awarded
Minor in Nutrition
Career Paths
We'll give you the knowledge and tools you need to work in a career you're passionate about after graduation:
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Healthcare
- Fitness
- Food science and technology
- Public health
- Sports nutrition
Teachers with Experience
Amber Roy, MS, RDN, LDN
Amber Roy, MS, RDN, LDN, designs and teaches nutrition courses and coordinates departmental internships in health promotion and exercise science. She strives for excellence in teaching by exploring active, learner-centered, and inclusive strategies.
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