Nutrition

Prospective University of Texas at Austin students should visit UT Admissions to learn about the application process and how to declare a major.

Step 1: Internal transfer students must apply to the College of Natural Sciences prior to completing 60 hours or four long semesters at UT. Applications are due to the College of Natural Sciences in the spring. Learn more about the college's internal transfer requirements.

Step 2: Once accepted into the College of Natural Sciences, all students will start as entry-level nutrition majors until they successfully complete the entry-level requirements. Upon completion of the major prerequisites, students will be eligible to choose the nutrition option they wish to pursue.

View the Nutrition degree plans for each track and degree option.

Learn more about the degree and track options for the Nutrition major.

Students in the nutrition major develop:

• Principles in biochemistry, biology, physiology, sociology and psychology as they pertain to nutrition
• Behavioral and clinical nutrition and food systems management
• Basic business principles to prepare for careers in food industry sales and customer support
• Knowledge of nutrition issues in other countries through a study abroad experience
• A broad foundation relating to practicing nutrition in another culture

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