Program Description

The Food and Nutritional Science emphasis provides a broad background for those students interested in food and nutrition, but who are not seeking the registered dietitian (RD) credential.

Entering and Completing the Major

In order to earn a degree, you must complete at least one academic major. SPU encourages students to explore various academic paths, so if you change your mind about a major, or want to include an additional program, you are able to do so, as outlined below.

Note that the University encourages you to enter your chosen major(s) as soon as you have determined it and are eligible to join it, especially by the start of your junior year. Students who transfer as juniors and seniors should enter a major within their first two quarters at SPU.

• If this is your first quarter at SPU and you identified a major in this department as your first choice on your application for admission to the University, you have gained entry to the major. To change or add a major, follow these instructions.
• If you are an SPU student with an SPU cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, follow these instructions to enter a major in this department.
• The University requires a grade of C- or better in all classes that apply to a major; however, programs may require higher minimum grades in specific courses. You may repeat an SPU course only once for a higher grade.
• To advance in this program, meet with your faculty advisor regularly to discuss your grades, course progression, and other indicators of satisfactory academic progress. If your grades or other factors indicate that you may not be able to successfully complete the major or minor, your faculty advisor can work with you to explore options, which may include choosing a different major.
• You must complete the major requirements that are in effect in the SPU Undergraduate Catalog for the year you enter the major.

Food and Nutritional Sciences: Food and Nutrition Emphasis (BS)

89 Credits Minimum, Including 25 Upper Division (UD)

Suggested Course Sequence

Four Year Plan

Course offerings are subject to change. Check quarter, day, and time in the current Time Schedule.

Year 1 Notes

• Take math placement test in preparation for MAT 2360 Introduction to Statistics for the Sciences in year two.

Year 2 Notes

• Apply to the major upon successful completion of:

  Course List

  Code	Title	Credits
  CHM 1310	Survey of General Chemistry	5
  CHM 1330	Survey of Organic Chemistry	5
  CHM 1360	Survey of Biological Chemistry	5
  BIO 2129	Human Anatomy and Physiology	5
  BIO 2130	Human Anatomy and Physiology	5
  FCS 1050	Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences	2
  FCS 2365	Food Science	5
  or FCS 3340	Human Nutrition

Year 3 Notes

• Plan to meet with Faculty Advisor at least once a year to reviewing graduation progress and receiving career coaching.

Two Year Plan

Begin Program with Transfer Courses.

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UFDN 3001 Christian Scripture for Transfer Students & UFDN 3100 Christian Theology may also be offered in the summer. Check annual Time Schedule for details.