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Course Description

To provide an understanding of basic nutrition science to non-science majors and students with a limited scientific background. Students will become familiar with: the principles of diet planning, government standards, and food labeling; the biological functions and food sources of each nutrient; energy balance, weight management, and physical activity; the role of nutrition in chronic disease development; nutrition throughout the life cycle; food safety issues; and current nutrition-related controversies. This course meets the science requirement for undergraduate non-science majors. It is not acceptable for biology credit for biology majors.

Syllabus: A sample syllabus for the course may be found here. Please note: Syllabus, content, and format are subject to change 

 

Basic Enrollment Requirements: 

Academic Year (Fall/Spring): Unofficial Transcript – Bachelor’s Degree or progress towards a Bachelor’s Degree + 3.0 GPA.

Summer: None.

Refund Policy: The refund policy for Courses at Tufts offerings is dependent on the course length. Please refer to the section details to confirm any exceptions to the standard refund policy. The refund policies are viewable here: https://universitycollege.tufts.edu/policies#Refunds 

Remission Eligible: Yes; first day of term; all university policies apply.

 

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Section Title
Human Nutrition
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
May 20, 2026 to Jul 02, 2026
Instruction Method
Online / Virtual  
Course Fee(s)
Graduate Credit credit (3 units) $5,397.00 Click here to get more information
Undergraduate Credit credit (3 units) $3,420.00 Click here to get more information
Undergraduate Credit for High School Students credit (3 units) $3,420.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 credit(s)

Section Notes

Online Asynchronous: This is an online/virtual asynchronous course; please note: some asynchronous courses may include required sessions and/or proctored exams at specific times. Tufts virtual courses are designed to provide high-quality, flexible, and interactive courses to Tufts and visiting students. For more information about virtual course policies and expectations, please visit  https://it.tufts.edu/learning-remotely 

High School Students: This section is also open to high school students who are in 11th or 12th grade. High school students who wish to enroll in a course will be asked to submit a high school transcript, recommendation from a teacher, parental permission and other required consent forms BEFORE they are enrolled in the course. 

Section Title
Human Nutrition
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Aug 14, 2026
Instruction Method
Online / Virtual  
Course Fee(s)
Graduate Credit credit (3 units) $5,397.00 or $450.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Undergraduate Credit credit (3 units) $3,420.00 or $450.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Undergraduate Credit for High School Students credit (3 units) $3,420.00 or $450.00 deposit Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 credit(s)

Section Notes

Online Asynchronous: This is an online/virtual asynchronous course; please note: some asynchronous courses may include required sessions and/or proctored exams at specific times. Tufts virtual courses are designed to provide high-quality, flexible, and interactive courses to Tufts and visiting students. For more information about virtual course policies and expectations, please visit  https://it.tufts.edu/learning-remotely 

High School Students: This section is also open to high school students who are in 11th or 12th grade. High school students who wish to enroll in a course will be asked to submit a high school transcript, recommendation from a teacher, parental permission and other required consent forms BEFORE they are enrolled in the course. 

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