BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics in San Antonio United States | University of Texas at San Antonio

UTSA's Nutrition and Dietetics program forms the basis for the Master of Dietetics Studies (MDS) and represents the initial phase toward becoming a licensed dietitian. While pursuing your bachelor's degree, you'll participate in coursework and complete practical training hours across three key areas: community nutrition, clinical practice, and food service administration. This distinctive curriculum allows you to obtain combined BS and MDS credentials, qualifying you to sit for the national registration examination for dietitians.
As a professional dietitian, you'll design tailored nutritional plans for individuals at every life stage. Career opportunities span diverse healthcare settings including medical centers, health clubs, and institutional food service providers.
Preparing HCAP students for professional success remains our foremost commitment. The HCAP program employs a specialized internship coordinator who collaborates with industry partners to secure practical training positions and offer student guidance. HCAP participants have collectively logged more than 140,000 internship hours. The curriculum incorporates career-focused learning through undergraduate research projects, internships, and hands-on fieldwork. The HCAP Student Success Center further enhances professional growth with supplementary career preparation and leadership development resources beyond traditional coursework.