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The Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Sciences mandates completion of at least 30 graduate credit hours, comprising 24 coursework hours and 6 thesis research hours. A minimum of 15 credits must come from 7000-level or higher courses. Within the 24 coursework hours, students may enroll in up to 9 hours of NFS 7030 (Advanced Food and Nutrition Research). Importantly, the 9-hour limit applies to a student's entire graduate tenure in the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences - meaning those who complete 9 hours during their master's studies cannot take this course in their doctoral program.
Undergraduates without prior nutrition coursework may need to fulfill prerequisite undergraduate classes before beginning graduate studies. Additional hours beyond the 30-credit minimum might be necessary for comprehensive field mastery, as determined by the student's Major Professor or Graduate Advisory Committee.