Course variations

Course summary

The Program in Nutrition and Public Health is an approved program of the Association of Faculties of Graduate Programs in Public Health Nutrition. Coursework for the 46-49 point Master of Science degree conforms to the recommendations of that association, so that the degree is equivalent to one offered by a school of public health. In addition to the core in nutrition science and the behavioral sciences, coursework is required in epidemiology, program planning, and public health policy. Other courses in public health are selected to complement the student’s previous academic background and work experiences and to take into account the student’s interests and career goals. The Nutrition and Public Health major prepares graduates to take leadership roles in Government, community, and public health agencies, carrying out a variety of planning, instructional, and administrative tasks related to health promotion and disease prevention. These include community and individual nutritional assessment and evaluation; program planning and management; coalition building; and participation in multidisciplinary health teams to provide programs to meet public needs.

Program modules

All of the M.S. degrees require completion of the following core courses:HBSV 4010 Food, nutrition and behavior,HBSV 4013 Nutritional ecology,HBSV 4014 Community nutrition,HBSV 4034 Diet Therapy,HBSV 5010 Advanced nutrition I,HBSV 5011 Advanced nutrition II,HBSV 5013 Strategies for nutrition education and health behavior change,HBSV 5014 Analysis of the current literature and research in nutrition,HBSV 5015 Nutritional epidemiology,HBSV 5034 Clinical nutrition,HBSV 5036 Nutrition counseling,HBSS 6100 Measurement and Program Evaluation OR HBSN 5040 Research Methods in Health and Behavior Studies OR BBSR 5582 Research Design in Movement Sciences,HBSV 5231-33 Extended fieldwork* OR Dietetic Internship Program.

Entry requirement for international students

Prerequisites for the Master's Degree: Human Physiology I and II (2 semesters with labs) or 2 semesters of biology with labs plus 1 semester of human physiology without lab, General/Inorganic Chemistry with lab (1 comprehensive semester), Organic Chemistry with lab (1 comprehensive semester), Biochemistry without lab (1 comprehensive semester), Statistics, Basic/Introductory Nutrition.

Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

Department name

Teachers College, Department of Health and Behavior Studies