About this Program
- College: Agricultural and Life Sciences
- Credits: 15-16 | Completed with minimum grades of C and a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA for courses in the minor
Department Information
The Food Science and Human Nutrition Department (FSHN) is one of the world’s largest combined academic programs where food science, nutritional sciences, and dietetics are all studied within one department. The department’s programs are accredited by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. After completing undergraduate degrees, FSHN students typically move on to employment in the food industry, healthcare settings, graduate, or professional programs.
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CONTACT
Email | 352.392.1991 (tel) | 352.392.9467 (fax)
P.O. Box 110370
572 Newell Drive
359 FOOD SCIENCE & HUMAN NUTRITION BUILDING
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-0370
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Curriculum
While the minor is open to all students, it is particularly appropriate for biology, microbiology and cell science, and zoology majors; and students who are interested in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HUN 2201 | Fundamentals of Human Nutrition | 3 |
| HUN 3403 | Nutrition through the Life Cycle | 2 |
| HUN 4221 | Nutrition and Metabolism | 3 |
| HUN 4445 | Nutrition and Disease: Part 1 | 2 |
| Approved electives | 5-6 | |
| Total Credits | 15-16 | |
Approved Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FOS 3042 | Introductory Food Science | 3 |
| HUN 4446 | Nutrition and Disease: Part 2 | 3 |
| HUN 4813C | Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Nutrition | 3 |
| HUN 4905 | Special Problems in Human Nutrition | 1-3 |
| HUN 4936 | Topics in Human Nutrition (Preventative Health) | 2 |
| HUN 4936 | Topics in Human Nutrition | 3 |