Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS) at University of Southern California

Programme overview

A Coordinated Program in Nutrition and Dietetics accredited by ACEND that integrates academic study with supervised practice. It requires 44 units (24 required courses, 10 supervised practice, 6 research, 4 nutrition elective) and can be completed on campus or online for students living more than 100 miles from USC. Graduates are eligible for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credentialing examination.

Faculty: Leonard Davis School of Gerontology | Duration: Two years full-time; 44 units | Intake: Fall; 24 students admitted each year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Clinical nutrition screening and assessment, macronutrients and micronutrients, food production and service management, advanced therapeutic nutrition, current topics, research methods, directed research and field practicum beginning in the second semester; summative experience is an electronic portfolio presented at a dietetics conference.

Career pathways

Nutrition and dietetics in hospitals, health care facilities, long-term care, school food service, business, teaching, research or private practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with an undergraduate GPA greater than 3.0. Prerequisites completed before starting: cellular biology, microbiology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry and human physiology (all with lab), general psychology or sociology, algebra/pre-calculus/calculus/statistics, speech or communications, and introductory food science and human nutrition; courses cannot be more than 10 years old (except psychology and math). Supplemental materials: resume, statement of interest in nutrition and longevity, and two letters of reference. At least 40 hours of paid or volunteer work with a registered dietitian must be documented. Interviews may be required for highest-ranking applicants.

Intake: Fall; 24 students admitted each year

Duration: Two years full-time; 44 units

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