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Choose from multiple pathways that will set you up for success in your dream career with one of our four undergraduate program options at the University of Delaware.

FOUR


majors

ONE


3+3 track

TWO


4+1 tracks

NUMEROUS


elective courses

Overview of HBNS Majors

Watch: Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences majors at the University of Delaware: youtube.com/watch?v=SA7bbfIFuG0

"CHS was so unique, and I knew UD had the resources to allow me to be successful.

I fell in love with nutrition. I love the focus on the science behind what we eat and how it fuels the body and affects health long-term."


Annie Antonov
Nutrition and Medical Science Program Alumna

 

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Find the undergraduate path for your  career goals

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Health Behavior Science

Health Behavior Science is the study of how individual, social, and environmental factors shape health and well-being across the lifespan in diverse populations. Health Behavior Science professionals work to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce the burden of disease through the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies designed to change health behaviors for individuals and communities. 

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Integrated Health Sciences

The Integrated Health Sciences curriculum equips students with essential knowledge and skills in biological, behavioral, and nutritional sciences to promote healthy lifestyles and well-being. It prepares students for careers and post-baccalaureate graduate programs in health sciences.

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Nutrition and Dietetics

The Nutrition and Dietetics major is the first step leading to the credential of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). At the University of Delaware, a student enrolled in the Nutrition and Dietetics major is completing the requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree and the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

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Nutrition and Medical Sciences

The Nutrition and Medical Sciences major is a great fit for students interested in health-related clinical, scientific, or research careers such as Pre-Med, Pre-PA, Pre-Dental, Pre-OT, Pre-PT or other professional pathways. The coursework builds a strong science foundation in biology, physiology, and chemistry while also educating students in metabolism, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and diet and disease relationships.

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The proof is in our graduates



Upon graduation, Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences students have found rewarding careers in the fields of health promotion, public health, dietetics, sports nutrition, research, epidemiology, social marketing, health communication, community health, the food, pharmaceutical, medical device, and athletics industries. Majors in the Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences department also prepare students for further education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, physical therapy and other healthcare professions.

97%



of HBNS Graduates are currently employed or pursuing additional education
 

100%



pass rate on the RD exam for graduates of combined MS+Dietetic Internship Program
 

72%



of individuals pursuing further education are in Master's degree programs
 

10%



of those pursuing further education are in doctoral degree programs
 

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