Program Overview
The Nutrition and Health - Dietetics at University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered Online. 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 Health - Dietetics 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nutrition and Health - Dietetics 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
- [\'Core Courses (9 hours)\', \'Electives (21 hours)\', "6-credit hour thesis/comprehensive paper or project, as required by the student\'s home institution (6 hours). You may select to complete a thesis under the direction of your major professor and committeeOR, you may take 6 additional credit hours from program electives", \'You may select to complete a thesis under the direction of your major professor and committee\', \'OR, you may take 6 additional credit hours from program electives\', \'All students will complete a final comprehensive oral examination\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Applicants should have a bachelor\'s degree in biochemistry, biology, dietetics, exercise science, food science, health education, hospitality/restaurant management, nutrition science, or other major related to their desired Area of Study.
- Applicants should have specific prerequisite courses on their transcripts related to their desired Area of Study. Deficiencies in specific courses, as judged by the Graduate Admissions Committee, will be indicated on an applicant\'s admission letter and will thus be the basis for "provisional" acceptance. "Provisional" status will be changed to "full graduate standing" after the specified course(s) have been completed and a grade of B or higher is achieved.
- Applicants not having a relevant bachelor\'s degree are welcome to apply, but should take prerequisite courses related to their desired area of study BEFORE applying.
- Grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Preferred minimum GRE scores: 400 Verbal; 500 Quantitative; 3.0 Analytical (writing).
After 11/1/11 Preferred minimum GRE scores: 140 Verbal; 144 Quantitative; 3.0 Analytical (writing).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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 University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, United States
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
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