Students will earn a Masters of Science (MS) in nutritional sciences upon satisfactory completion of all requirements of the Rutgers University School of Graduate Studies, including completion of 30-semester hours of graduate level coursework (including a maximum of 12 credits for prior learning at the graduate level); completion of thesis requirements; achievement of a grade B or better in all coursework; and compliance with Rutgers School of Graduate Studies policies and requirements for a graduate degree.
Required Coursework
ISPP graduate level coursework is described here:
| Course # | Title & Brief Description |
|---|---|
| 16:709:503 | Introduction to Applied Nutrition Research Skills in the conduct and interpretation of research. Emphasis given to study design, instrumentation, analysis, and ethical issues. |
| 16:709:508 | Medical Nutrition Therapy Application of pathophysiology of disease states addressing prevention and treatment of patients at risk of nutritional complications. |
| 16:709:524 | Health Promotion in Nutrition & Dietetics 1 Evidence-based practice with emphasis on accurate interpretation of scientific information and translation into actionable nutrition behaviors for varied consumer and professional audiences. |
| 16:709:510 | Advanced Topics in Disease Prevention Advanced topics in disease prevention including those related to professional practice, development, and leadership |
| 16:709:526 | Health Promotion in Nutrition & Dietetics 2 Advanced skills in evidence-based nutrition practice with emphasis on communicating with professional audiences using an array of communication modes. |
| 16:709:618 | Dietetics Supervised Practice |
| 16:709:644 | Research Supervised Practice Links the expertise acquired in the classroom with the application of research skills leading to completion of a directed nutrition research project. |
Supervised Practice Sites
Supervised practice occurs in a variety of settings such as clinical (inpatient and outpatient), community nutrition, food service, and research. Each student will have the opportunity to plan and complete a specialty rotation, with approval of the Dietetics Supervised Practice Director and ISPP Faculty.
The ISPP Coordinator identifies and schedules supervised practice sites around the NJ metropolitan area.
Schedule
ISPP students observe the Rutgers academic calendar for term start/end dates and holidays. The academic calendar is updated yearly. The Dietetics Supervised Practice Director, ISPP Faculty and DPD Director reserve the right to alter the calendar in response to unforeseen circumstances, including weather emergencies and unique learning experiences opportunities (e.g., events, speakers, supervised practice availability).
