Program Description
You will gain expertise and research skills in areas of community or older adult nutrition while earning your Masters of Science in Nutritional Science at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. This program combines a solid science foundation with practical “hands-on” experience at a University with a rich tradition of fostering student learning through excellence in teaching.
Our 30-credit M.S. degree can be completed in 12 months, while a 2-
day/week-class schedule can accommodate working students. Depending upon personal goals, students may choose to complete either a thesis or project option. Limited enrollment allows our faculty to provide personal attention in helping you plan your individual career goals.
The Nutritional Science and Dietetics Unit is within the School of Health Promotion & Human Development whose mission is to train professionals who will create healthy living environments in communities throughout Wisconsin and the nation and whose motto is “a legacy of caring”. While attaining your degree enjoy the Stevens Point community, located in beautiful central Wisconsin. It combines small town appeal with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and access to major metropolitan areas.
Who is the program designed for?
The program is designed with the needs of two groups of individuals in mind:
- students with a background in nutrition or other health field may improve their knowledge base and sharpen their research skills;
- Registered Dietitians or others who are already working in a nutrition/health area may use the degree for career enhancement or professional development.
Careers
Our Master’s degree program will open doors to a wide variety of careers in:
- federal agencies that create national nutrition and health policy (CDC, FDA, USDA)
- state and local agencies (Wisconsin Dept. of Health, Supplemental Food Programs)
- health–care settings (hospital or long-term care facility)
- private practice
- education
- nutrition programming in schools, fitness facilities, or health spas
- corporate wellness
- pharmaceutical research
- research and development in food