Program Overview
The Nutrition and Dietetics (Post-RD certification) at Loma Linda University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nutrition and Dietetics (Post-RD certification) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: California, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nutrition and Dietetics (Post-RD certification) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Topics in Foods and Food Preparation
- Public Health for Community Resilience
- Public Health for a Healthy Lifestyle
- Public Health and Health Systems
- Nutritional Metabolism
- Advanced Public Health Nutrition
- Advanced Nutrition I: Carbohydrates and Lipids
- Advanced Nutrition II: Proteins, Vitamins, and Minerals
- Phytochemicals
- Nutrition Policy, Programs, and Services
- Assessment of Nutritional Status
- Contemporary Issues of Vegetarian Diets
- Seminar in Nutrition
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission is based on a selective process. To be eligible for consideration, the applicant must:
- have a 3.0 G.P.A. or above
- complete an interview (by phone or in person)
- complete an online application
- provide 3 recommendation letters
- complete program prerequisites
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 37,920 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loma Linda University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, California
Loma Linda University (LLU) is a private Seventh-day Adventist health sciences university in Loma Linda, California. As of 2019, the university comprises eight schools and a Faculty of Graduate...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2003-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months