Department of Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology
Graduate programs in the Department of Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology lead to a Master of Science degree in the following programs: Dietetics Systems Leadership (combined with the dietetic internship), Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (options in Kinesiology and Nutrition or Sport and Coaching Sciences), and Sustainable Food Systems.
A minimum of 30 credits is required for the Master of Science degree in both the Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and Sustainable Food Systems programs. Both thesis and non-thesis options are available for these two programs. For the MS-DI degree program in Dietetics Systems Leadership, 39 credits of coursework are required. Transfer credits may not exceed the limit set by The Graduate School and must be assessed by the respective faculty advisor.
The Department of Food Systems, Nutrition and Kinesiology offers a doctoral program in Exercise and Nutrition Science with options in Biomechanics and Motor Control or Exercise Nutrition, Metabolism, and Physiology. The PhD program requires 60 credits of coursework. Transfer credits may not exceed the limit set by The Graduate School and must be assessed by the respective faculty advisor. Additional information on the curricula and requirements may be found on the department webpage.