Human Nutrition and Dietetics — study plan
- Credit hours
- 133
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 47
- Degree
- bachelor
The Human Nutrition and Dietetics study plan at Abu Dhabi University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 133 credit hours across 47 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
General Education Requirements 24 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG200 | English II | 3 |
| FWS305 | Technical Communication for the Workplace | 3 |
| ISL100 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| FWS310 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| FWS205 | UAE and GCC Society | 3 |
| ARL101 | Communication Skills in Arabic I | 3 |
| FWS211 | Fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence | 3 |
| FWS100 | Academic Skills for Success | 3 |
College Requirements 29 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO205 | General Biology I | 3 |
| BIO205L | General Biology I Lab | 1 |
| HMG380 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| HMG381 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| CHE205 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE201L | General Chemistry Lab I | 1 |
| CHE207 | Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| BMS247 | Basic Biochemistry | 3 |
| HSC205 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| STT100 | General Statistics | 3 |
| HSC410 | Healthcare Research Methodology | 3 |
Major Compulsory Courses 66 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HND221 | Principles of Human Nutrition | 3 |
| HND222 | Assessment of Nutritional Status | 3 |
| HND223 | Meal Planning and Evaluation | 3 |
| HND224 | Nutritional Metabolism | 3 |
| HND225 | Management of Foodservices | 3 |
| HND227 | Psychology and Sociology of Eating Behavior | 3 |
| HND320 | Nutrition Education and Communication | 3 |
| HND323 | Pediatric Nutrition | 3 |
| HND324 | Geriatric Nutrition | 3 |
| HND331 | Food Safety and Sanitation | 3 |
| HND332 | Medical Nutrition Therapy I | 3 |
| HND332L | Medical Nutrition Therapy I Lab | 1 |
| HND333 | Food Processing | 3 |
| HND333L | Food Processing Lab | 1 |
| HND334 | Medical Nutrition Therapy II | 3 |
| HND334L | Medical Nutrition Therapy II Lab | 1 |
| HND335 | Quantity Foods | 3 |
| HND336 | Community Nutrition and Health Promotion | 3 |
| HND337 | Dietetics in Disease Prevention and Management | 3 |
| HND339 | Nutrition Through the Life Cycle | 3 |
| HND436 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| HND450I | Dietetic Practicum I: Food Service Management | 3 |
| HND450II | Dietetic Practicum II: Clinical Rotation | 3 |
| HND450III | Dietetic Practicum III: Community Rotation | 3 |
Major Electives 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Elective 1 Elective | 3 | |
| Elective 2 Elective | 3 | |
| Elective 3 Elective | 3 | |
| Elective 4 Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Human Nutrition and Dietetics
How many credit hours is Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Abu Dhabi University?
Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Abu Dhabi University requires completing 133 credit hours to graduate, spread across 47 courses.
How many years is Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Abu Dhabi University?
The study plan for Human Nutrition and Dietetics spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Human Nutrition and Dietetics award?
Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Abu Dhabi University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 133 credit hours.