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 understandings of ways to effect individual and social change. Depending upon the choice of courses, the Human Nutrition program prepares graduates for careers in areas such as dietetics, education, health promotion, food service management, and research and development in food and nutrition. Graduates may also pursue advanced study in human nutrition, food science, health promotion, adult education, business administration, medicine and other health science professions.
The Cooperative Education Program or Co-op Program offers the opportunity for students at StFX to gain real work experience. The Human Nutrition program is accredited by Dietitians of Canada and leads to a range of career options. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade12 English
- Grade12 Mathematics
- 2 of Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics
Students also require 1 other university preparatory courses.
Please see this website for information on co-ops.
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| Application Notes : | Students whose first language is not English are normally required to submit proof of English language proficiency. Please see website for more details. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.