SAR: Nutrition Science
Sample Pathway
The nutrition science track provides academic preparation for students who want to combine a strong foundation in nutrition with preparation for medical, dental, veterinary, or other health professional programs. Upon graduation, students are also well-positioned to continue their education in the life sciences or to enter the workforce in areas such as nutrition research and biomedical science. Stacey Zawacki (szawacki@bu.edu) is the director.
Below is an example of a four-year plan of a College of General Studies student pursuing the B.S. in Nutrition Science at Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences. Students will work with their CGS academic advisors and Sargent College to plan their own pathway to a nutrition science degree.
| Gap Semester | Recommended external course: General Chemistry I (equivalent to CAS CH 101) Note: Prior approval must be granted for external coursework. Students must consult with their CGS academic advisor before enrolling in classes. | ||
| Term 1 | Term 2 | ||
| First Year | CGS RH 103 CGS SS 103 CAS CH 102 CAS MA 121 |
(London or New England summer semester) CGS HU 104 CGS RH 104 CGS SS 104 |
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| Sophomore Year | CGS HU 201 CGS SS 201 CAS BI 107 CAS CH 203 |
CGS HU 202 CAS BI 108 CAS CH 204 CAS PS 101 |
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| Summer | CAS CS 101* | ||
| Junior Year | CAS BI 315 CAS CH 373 CAS MA 115 SAR HS 251 |
CAS BI 114 CAS MA 116 SAR HS 230 SAR HS 281 |
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| Senior Year | CAS BI 203 CAS PY 105 SAR HS 384 SAR HS 385 SAR HS 415* (2 units) SAR HS 467 (2 units) |
CAS PH 251* CAS PY 106 SAR HP 353 SPH PH 510* Hub Elective – CRI Hub Requirement (4 units) |
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Sargent recommends that students take the CGS courses listed above to fulfill the greatest number of major and BU Hub requirements. Please note that external courses are not eligible for Hub general education credit.
*Course is recommended, not required.
Academic Advising
CGS Requirements
Continuation Requirements
Graduation Requirements
This is a sample pathway to be used in consultation with your CGS Academic Advisor.
It is subject to change according to course availability and individual circumstances.
Last revised: 10/21/2025