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Bachelor of Science in Culinary Nutrition

B.S. Culinary Nutrition

Culinary nutrition is an exciting interdisciplinary research-based field with biochemical underpinnings that form a framework on which creative culinary professionals hang their artfully designed recipes while incorporating culinary science. The Bachelor of Science degree at Life University prepares students to respect food and the food system as an integral part of health and healing.

Graduates will be able to merge an expertise, built on culinary science, with traditional business skills, such as entrepreneurship and technical writing, to lead the growing field that uses food restoratively and therapeutically to promote vibrant health and flavorful cuisine. Coursework focuses on culinary arts, functional nutrition, culinary nutrition, food science, sustainability, entrepreneurship and food service management.

Graduates will become:

  • Social educators who communicate awareness and change in the way individual communities and society as a whole understand and utilize food.
  • Nutrition experts who understand the science of food (chemistry, biochemistry, food science, etc.) and the business applications of the nutrition/dietetics industry.
  • Creative innovators who write recipes, design meal plans, counsel clients, find solutions and explore flavor and plating – all in pursuit of colorful, conscious eating.

Culinary Nutrition students learn nutrition, food, diet and culinary science while earning their Culinary Nutrition Degree.

 

Learning Environment

Life U’s Nutrition Department boasts six state-of-the-art teaching kitchens where students receive hands-on training and group learning. Life University nutrition students also enjoy classes in a live demonstration culinary amphitheater, where instructors model concepts taught in class. Whether it be engaging in field rotations in the community; shadowing dietitians in clinical and management settings; or interacting with patients and clients, students will be prepared for success by connecting classroom theory with real-world practice. Graduates from the program will leave with an understanding of how quality nutrition can improve health and human performance throughout life.

Career Opportunities

Nutritionists are often on the front lines in combating poor eating habits by educating clients and communities on the nutritional value of food, while also creating healthy menus and food offerings in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, health clubs, physicians’ offices, nursing homes, correctional facilities and more. Nutritionists also may monitor safety and sanitation practices; hire and train staff; prepare budgets and reports; and purchase equipment, food and supplies.

Nutrition professionals can also pursue opportunities in advertising and marketing, developing informational literature about the nutritional content of foods, as well as in sales and new product development positions.

Other Relevant Information

Life University’s bachelor’s degree upholds the vitalistic vision of the University through a sustainability-focused curriculum based on mindful decision-making practices related to food and its preparation which respect and heal individuals, food systems and the earth. Graduates are empowered with the critical thinking required to emerge as transformational thought leaders in this interdisciplinary field, a unique merging of science, healing arts and self-expression.

Life University offers the Bachelor of Science degree on campus. Life U is conveniently located in Marietta, Georgia, part of the thriving Atlanta metro area, and is only 35 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. To learn more about our online programs, visit our Online Degree Programs page.

Degree Overview

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Fast Facts

From Study.com:
Employment of dietitians and nutritionists is projected to grow 11 percent, faster than the average for all occupations.

Life University ranks no. 11 of 139 colleges as the “Most Focused Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Dietetics & Clinical Nutrition Services.

Testimonials

Jennifer Baugh, B.S. Dietetics Student
“The Nutrition Department here at Life University is full of a lot of really talented and educated women, and I really admire them and enjoy taking classes under their mentorship.”

“You better be prepared to work hard for this degree! But, the reward is so amazing – the knowledge and the sense of accomplishment you gain is well worth it.”


Samantha Silliker, B.S. Dietetics Student
“I’m very open minded, so I am willing to try new approaches, and that’s where LIFE opened my eyes to new ways of thinking. I also think it’s made me want to raise my future family based on this type of preventive health care.”

“And that’s why I really appreciate this school because it opened my eyes to unconventional ways of looking at all things health-related, and it will also provide me the tools to teach others about them.”


Cindy Cozad, B.S. Dietetics Alumna
“I like how nutrition transforms people’s lives in a more emotional way, the psychology of being overweight, the self-esteem issues.”

“(Life University’s) campus drew me in so much. I liked the tie-in to the health, wellness and Vitalism aspect.”