BS Nutrition and Dietetics/Nutrition, Fitness, and Health (double major)

If you want to combine exercise science and nutrition, the double major in nutrition and dietetics/nutrition, fitness, and health (DNFH) is the perfect combination.

Purdue is one of a few universities within the United States that combines these areas of study. This is a popular double major for our students, achievable over four years, adding only an additional 8-16 credit hours compared to completing a single major. Students can gain experience in the collegiate athletics setting under the supervision of multiple Sports Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) while receiving academic credit.

Nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining health and in the prevention and treatment of diseases. RDNs are the health care professionals who translate the science of nutrition into personalized recommendations to help people prevent and manage medical conditions, such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease and many more. To become an RDN, students must complete required coursework as well as 1,000 hours of supervised practice from an accredited program and then pass a national examination. Required courses include those in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessment, diet selection and planning and food service systems management.