我们的营养学学士学位课程专注于对生物和物理科学的深入研究，以了解营养素与人类健康之间的关系。UIC的营养计划有两个针对学生的课程。一种是从事注册营养师的职业。另一种是攻读营养学的本科学位，以作为专业卫生学位或研究，行业和社区环境中的职业的基础。注册营养师对我们国家的健康具有重大影响。营养师为各个年龄段的人们提供健康和疾病方面的营养保健。他们熟悉心理学，社会学，教育和管理。他们是饮食习惯，食物成分，食物服务以及能量和营养需求方面的专家。营养科学课程是对医学，牙科，药学或医师助理学校或其他卫生专业感兴趣的学生
Our Bachelor of Science in Nutrition focuses on intensive study in biological and physical sciences to understand the relationships between nutrients and human health. There are two tracks for students in the nutrition programs at UIC. One is to pursue a career as a registered dietitian. The other is to pursue an undergraduate degree in nutrition as a foundation for a professional health degree, or for careers in research, industry and community settings. Registered dietitians have a significant impact on the health of our nation. Dietitians provide nutritional care to people of all ages, in health and in illness. They are knowledgeable about psychology, sociology, education and management. They?re experts in food habits, food composition, food service, and energy and nutrient needs. The nutrition science program is an option for students interested in medical, dental, pharmacy, or physician assistant school, or other health professions. It is also a great degree for careers in nutrition research, food industry and nutrition or other health care community settings. This program meets pre-health requirements, as well as provides a solid nutrition science foundation that provides the major facets of chronic disease prevention and treatment.