Nutrition and Dietetics

AUB - Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Number of Years:   3
Education Language:   English
Number of Credits:   97 credits
Degree:   Bachelor's / Licence
Campus:   Hamra, Beirut Campus
Department:   Nutrition and Food Sciences
Subfield:   Dietetics

About Nutrition and Dietetics:

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​We all need to eat, but how close are our nutrition choices to o​ur health needs? Nutrition is essential in preventing and managing growing public health concerns and chronic health conditions. Our BS in Nutrition and Dietetics program is a specialized three-year program whose aim is to enhance the nutritional well-being and health of individuals, families, and populations. Course topics include Human Nutrition and Metabolism, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutritional Assessment, Community Nutrition and Food Service Management - Graduates wishing to qualify as Licensed Dietitians should complete an internship for a minimum of 6 months in a recognized medical facility and pass the Lebanese Colloquium exam for dietitians.