What you will study
How does the body process nutrients and energy? How does diet impact a person’s health?
How do nutritional needs change as you age?
These are just a few questions UCM’s Nutrition minor will help you answer as you gain
a foundation of knowledge in human nutrition. You’ll take courses that combine practice
with theory to prepare you for a health-related career or advanced studies.
Our core courses for the Nutrition minor cover a broad range of courses, including:
- Basic Genetics
- Community Nutrition
- Elementary Organic and Biochemistry
- Human Physiology
Excellence in Nutrition
- Named a Best Public University: UCM ranks among the country’s Best Nutrition Degree Programs (Intelligent, 2022)
Unique learning opportunities in nutrition
With a Nutrition minor from the University of Central Missouri, you’ll gain knowledge
and skills that are vital for numerous health-related careers. Take advantage of the
many experiential, hands-on learning opportunities offered in UCM’s classrooms. For
instance, in our Food Preparation course, held in our newly renovated foods laboratory,
you’ll gain culinary skills and learn how to modify recipes to add nutritional value.
Outside of the classroom, you can gain other knowledge and make connections with your
fellow UCM students when you join one or more of our 200+ student organizations. Carry
these relationships with you through college and into your career.
What can you do with a minor in Nutrition from UCM?
Gain a solid education in nutrition as you prepare for a career in biology, health
policy, life sciences, medicine or public health. You could also work for businesses
hiring nutritionists as part of corporate wellness programs. The possibilities are
seemingly endless.
With a UCM bachelor’s degree and Nutrition minor, you may be interested in continuing
your studies. The University of Central Missouri offers a Clinical Nutrition master’s
degree, as well as graduate programs related to allied health, exercise physiology,
public health or other fields in the health sciences.
Explore your career options with a Nutrition minor
A Nutrition minor from UCM will help you succeed in your health care work and beyond.
Use our interactive tool below to explore career options, salary expectations and
more.
Financial assistance options for your Nutrition minor
When you’re considering other health-related and nutrition programs, keep in mind
that UCM has some of the lowest tuition and fees available. We also offer many ways
to help finance your college education.
Learn more about our general and program-specific scholarships by using the UCM Scholarship Finder.
Prepare for Success Alongside Faculty Experts
UCM faculty members have decades of industry experience
Whether it’s expertise in food service or nutrition literacy, UCM’s Nutrition program
faculty bring knowledge and skills from every corner of the health and wellness industry.
You’ll benefit from their expertise throughout your studies and beyond when you’re
ready to pursue a career in health, wellness and nutrition.
Meet the Faculty
Unlock Your Potential in Small Classes
Get big results from your undergraduate studies
Our Nutrition minor offers courses with an average of just 15 students per class.
Throughout your studies, you’ll have ample opportunities to connect with and develop
strong bonds with your classmates and UCM faculty members.
Study in UCM’s Cutting-Edge Facilities
UCM labs are equipped with the tools you need for success
Whether it’s our renovated foods laboratory or our state-of-the-art human performance
lab, you’ll gain hands-on experience in some of the best facilities in Missouri. Our
facilities will help you build the knowledge and skills you need to lead and thrive
at UCM and in your career.
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