Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)

University of Ottawa

The foods we eat are essential to maintaining the health of individuals and populations. Students in the Honours Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics will have an in-depth knowledge of the sciences underlying the production, consumption and metabolism of food, as well as their effects on health, disease prevention and management.Students may choose to specialize in Dietetics, which is only available in French to bilingual students. This program, unique in Ontario lasts a total of four years, including a practicum placement component in the form of internships. This option offers the opportunity to actively participate in experiential learning projects. Several courses in leading-edge fields, as well as internship opportunities in research, public institutions, community or clinical settings are integrated into the curriculum.The Dietetic training is offered in a stimulating learning environment by a dynamic and active team of professors that aims to address the multiple challenges facing individuals and societies in the area of food and nutrition. Topics studied include malnutrition here and around the world, the steady increase in obesity, diabetes and hypertension, aging populations, risks of food contamination and the complex nature of food service management. This dietetic education program is accredited under the Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice (PDEP) and prepares students for eligibility for a registration with a provincial dietetics regulatory body. Upon graduation, students in this program option are eligible to write the Canadian Dietetic Registration Examination (CDRE).