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Nutrition Science M.S.

Prepare for careers in allied-health and medical professions, the health and wellness industry, or nutrition-related research.
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About this Program

  • Nutrition is a key factor in supporting both individual and public health in diverse communities and populations, and in building equitable health policies and systems for all.
  • With a nutrition science M.S., you can deliver nutrition education, conduct nutrition research, or pursue careers in allied health and medical professions. If you are already a registered dietitian/nutritionist (RDN), you can enhance your level of knowledge and skills in the nutrition field.
  • The M.S. in nutrition science emphasizes critical evaluation of scientific information and evidence-based nutrition practice and research.
  • In this program, you’ll gain advanced skills in research design and statistical analysis, learn nutrition assessment techniques, and explore issues in nutrition policy and public health.
  • You’ll learn how to identify nutrition-related problems, evaluate nutrition interventions, and use biochemical principles to solve metabolic and physiologic problems.

Program Information

Degree Type

Master's

Outcome

M.S.

Modality

In-person

College or School

Career Path

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David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics

Falk College academic degree programs focus on holistic health and wellbeing, human performance, and sport business enterprise. The college’s signature emphasis on experiential learning supports student success through intentional internship requirements, faculty-mentored research projects, immersion travel, and global study abroad. At every stage of their education, Falk College students engage in meaningful work to advance their disciplines and careers.
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Curriculum

The M.S. includes a required thesis or project in which you will investigate a specific topic, examine and interpret nutrition literature, and present your research results under the guidance of leading research faculty.

The Nutrition Science M.S. is for students interested in delivering nutrition education, conducting nutrition research, or pursuing nutrition careers in allied-health and medical professions.

The Nutrition Science M.A. is for students interested in becoming Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN).

Program Details

Research

Make Your Mark in Research

Under the guidance of widely published faculty mentors, you can be part of research at every stage—collect and analyze data, publish as an author or co-author on scholarly articles, and present your findings at conferences. Join interdisciplinary, collaborative practice and research projects in multiple laboratories, centers, and institutions at Syracuse University.

Research

Hone Your Skills in On-Campus Labs

Learn using medical-grade equipment and technology that mirrors—or exceeds—what is found in medical facilities, professional sports, the military, and health and wellness settings. Our Nutrition Assessment, Consultation and Education (ACE) Center is a hands-on learning laboratory to prepare students with traditional and emerging professional competencies critical to effective nutrition practice.

Study Abroad

Discover Nutrition Around the World

Syracuse University Abroad consistently ranks among the highest-quality international study programs in the country. Syracuse offers short- and long-term options in more than 60 countries, including internships, community engagement projects, and language study at all levels. In nutrition science, you can go on summer immersion to Italy for “Mediterranean Food and Culture: An Italian Experience,” or to India for the “South Asian Cultures: Family, Food, and Health Care Systems.”

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