This programme prepares graduates trained in nutrition and dietetics to satisfy the basic needs of the country and possibly the region. The programme provides a solid academic educational base and practical training for a variety of career opportunities through positions in health care, business, government service, private practice, food service industries, entrepreneurship, educational and community programs as well as preparing students for higher education. Its purpose is to enhance the nutritional well-being and health of individuals, families and populations, through the promotion of learning in nutrition and dietetics.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
5 CSEC/GCE subjects including English A and the Sciences to be Studies (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics)
MAJORS:
Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics
CORE COURSES
BIOLOGY
- Cell & Molecular Biology
- Genetics, Variation & Natural Selection
- Reproduction Biology
- Bioenergetics
- Biosystems Maintenance
- Applications of Biology
CHEMISTRY
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Kinetics & Equilibria
- Chemistry of Elements
- The Chemistry of Carbon Compounds
- Analytical Methods & Separation
- Industry & the Environment
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
- Fundamental Ecology Principles
- Human Population & the Environment
- Sustainable of Natural Resources
- Agriculture & the Environment
- Energy and the Environment
- Population of the Environment
- 15 hours training at Mirabeau Campus
MATHEMATICS
- Basic Algebra & Functions
- Plane Geometry
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Sequences, Series & Approximations
- Counting Matrices & Complex
PHYSICS
- Thermal & Mechanical Properties of Matter
- Oscillation & Waves
- Mechanics
- Electricity & Magnetism
- A.C. Theory & Electronics
- Atomic & Nuclear Physics