Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition - Dietetics

With increasing public interest in nutrition, the field of nutrition and dietetic practice is expanding with new career opportunities emerging. Human Nutrition students at StFX graduate with a strong scientific background in foods and nutrition, combined with social science perspectives, communication skills and an understanding of ways to effect individual and social change. As a StFX Human Nutrition graduate, you will be well-equipped to assist individuals, groups, and the population at large to achieve their nutrition and health-related goals. Under the guidance of our talented faculty, you will learn through a combination of theory-based courses and hands-on learning, such as lab and community-based assignments. Through our partnership with the Antigonish Farmers Market, Nutrition students work with farmers, food producers and various communities to promote healthy eating in the region. Students also study the basic sciences needed for health disciplines like dietetics, medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy while acquiring an applied science specialty that can stand alone. Our HNU programs offer Entry into an accredited dietetic practicum toward becoming a licensed, registered dietitian Professional work experience through co-op education 5th year Human Kinetics degree option for sport nutrition careers 5th year Business degree option for the food industry and entrepreneurial careers Preparation for graduate school and careers in education Research experience with opportunities to publish findingsQualify for our integrated dietetic training program to become a Registered Dietitian. Work in community nutrition, public health, sport dietetics, private practice, food service management, or provide nutrition care in acute, primary and long-term care settings. Dietitians are in high demand to fill job vacancies in Atlantic Canada, especially dietitians from under-represented communities.

English 12 Math two of Chemistry 12 Biology 12 Physics 12 and one other university preparatory courseStudents who complete the International Baccalaureate IB Diploma with a minimum score of 24 will be considered for admission.Minimum grade requirement for any subject is 3.Students can submit predicted or anticipated results for early fall admission and scholarship purposes.For high school students the minimum admission requirements include an overall average of 70 percent in Grade 12 with no grade below 65 percent in each of the required subjects Admissions to limited enrolment programs is competitive meeting the minimum average does not guarantee admission.Please note students who are currently in grade 12 applying for early admission must have the program requirements in grade 11 and be registered in the program prerequisites in grade 12 to be eligible for an early offer Otherwise offers will be made after receipt of final first term grade 12 transcript.