Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science, Master of Science
The M.S. in Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science (SNES) is where the programs within the department bridge most. Although it is not required, applicants to the program leading to a degree in Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science typically have an undergraduate degree in nutrition/dietetics or an exercise-related field. Individuals with other backgrounds are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they will need to complete at least 6 credits in of anatomy and physiology, 3 credits in chemistry, and 3 credits in exercise physiology course) either prior or concurrent to beginning the degree. The M.S. in Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science is a 36-credit program requiring 21 credits in core nutrition and exercise science courses, 9 credits in the research sequence, and 6 credits of electives. In addition to the required courses, the candidate must successfully complete and defend an original research project or complete the SNES 596 Capstone Experience. If students decide to do a thesis, they will select a member of the Nutrition and Dietetics or the Athletic Training/Exercise Science faculty as a mentor. The mentor and two other committee members will work with the candidate on an individual basis throughout the research project..
Sports Nutrition and Exercise Science Program of Study (36 semester hours)
Core Courses (21 semester hours)
SNES 502, 510 and 574 include a lab component
Research Sequence (9 semester hours)
Non-Thesis
Electives (6 semester hours)
| SNES 503 | Endocrine Disorders, Nutrition and Exerc | 3 |
| SNES 509 | Principles of Strength & Conditioning | 3 |
| SNES 513 | Exercise and Aging | 3 |
| SNES 523 | Immunology, Exercise & Nutrition | 3 |
| SNES 525 | Clinical Nutrition: Pharmacology and?Fluid-Electrolyte Balance | 3 |
| SNES 575 | Nutrition & Exercise for Weight?Management | 3 |
These courses are examples of electives that might be available during a student’s program. Students cannot be guaranteed that a particular elective course will be available. Electives are offered on an approximately three-year rotation.
Because SNES courses are cross listed with ND courses, additional courses from the core or electives in the M.S. in ND may be selected with permission of the department chairperson. Other courses may be acceptable from Psychology, Business, or other departments with permission of the chairperson.