Overview

The Health and Nutrition Sciences programme at The City University of New York provides students with a robust foundation in biological and chemical sciences. This degree is designed to equip learners with the technical expertise required to address complex health challenges and nutritional needs within modern society.

Students can tailor their academic journey by selecting one of four distinct concentrations: public health, pre-health professions, thanatology, or foods and nutrition. Each pathway is structured to ensure deep subject mastery, requiring a minimum of 24 credits in advanced departmental courses to guarantee high academic standards.

The curriculum emphasises practical application alongside theoretical knowledge, often involving fieldwork and laboratory components.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 620 per credit
National fee: USD 620 per credit
Local fee: USD 305 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around core scientific principles and specialised health topics. Modules may include:

Biology
Chemistry
Health and Nutrition Sciences
Psychology
Public Health
Human Diseases
Epidemiology
Health Policy
Nutrition
Food Science
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Community Nutrition
Thanatology
Death and Dying
Grief and Loss
Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry
Physics
Anthropology
Economics
Sociology
Sustainability

Careers with Health and Nutrition Sciences

Graduates are prepared for a wide variety of professional pathways in the healthcare and wellness industries. Those completing the foods and nutrition concentration meet the standards for didactic programmes in dietetics, paving the way for careers as registered dietitians or nutritionists in clinical and community settings.

The pre-health professions and thanatology tracks provide an excellent foundation for students intending to pursue graduate-level study in medicine, nursing, physical therapy, or dentistry. Additionally, the public health concentration prepares individuals for roles in health administration, policy development, and community outreach.

Employment opportunities are found within hospitals, private clinics, government health departments, and non-profit organisations. The diverse skill set acquired during the programme allows alumni to adapt to the evolving needs of the global health landscape and contribute to improved public welfare.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Biology
Microbiology
Microbiology Laboratory
General Chemistry for Health-related Professions
General Chemistry I

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Nutrition & Dietetics Health Sciences View 1571 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

International students should submit the application processing fee of $65 payable to UAPC, an official high school transcript (if the transcript is not in English, we will need a translation of your transcript word for word), copies of any mark sheets or exam certificates, and TOEFL score if the native language is not English.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18600 USD / year

≈ 18600 USD / year
Out-of-State

18600 USD / year

≈ 18600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9150 USD / year

≈ 9150 USD / year

Additional Details

NY resident: $3,465 per semester

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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