Nutrition, Minor
Jointly sponsored by the Schools of Nursing and Arts and Sciences, the Nutrition Minor presents a broad view of the field and illustrates the pervasiveness of nutrition-related issues in such diverse fields as anthropology, economics, folklore, history, physiology, psychology, health care, and public policy.
For more information: http://www.nursing.upenn.edu/nutrition-minor/
The Nutrition Minor requires a total of 6 course units.
Code | Title | Course Units |
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Minor Requirements | ||
Core Courses 1 | ||
Select 1 course unit from each Core A, B and C | ||
Core A - Basic Nutrition: | ||
NURS 065 | Fundamentals of Nutrition | 1 |
or NURS 112 | Nutrition: Science & Applications | |
Core B - Scientific Basis of Nutrition: | ||
Select one of the following Options: | 1 | |
Option 1: | ||
Integrated Cell Biology and Microbiology | ||
Option 2: | ||
The Biology of Food | ||
Introduction to Biology A | ||
Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life | ||
Core C - Advanced Nutrition: | ||
NURS 524 | Advanced Human Nutrition and Micronutrient Metabolism | 1.0 |
Electives | ||
Select 3 course units of Electives 2 | 3 | |
Total Course Units | 6 |
1 | It is strongly recommended that Core A & B courses be taken prior to the Elective courses. |
2 | See website for list of approved elective courses. |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2020 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.