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Bachelor of Science
Culinary Nutrition

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Join a Legacy of Culinary Excellence

Program Overview

Do you want to become a chef with the foundational knowledge to make nutritious food taste great? Or a nutritionist who knows how to cook? Position yourself on the leading edge of 21st-century food, health and social responsibility through ¶¶ÒõPro Charlotte’s first-of-its-kind Culinary Nutrition bachelor of science degree program.

This program features a unique blend of academic and lab-based culinary arts, nutrition and professionally related coursework, which prepares you for a growing range of in-demand career opportunities. Devise appropriate wellness education programs for a community, worksite or public health environment. Become a chef for a restaurant, professional sports team, spa, school or healthcare facility, or start your own private chef business — one whose focus is on healthy food, nutrition, and preparation techniques.

Culinary Nutrition Courses

You’ll learn about culinary fundamentals, applied nutrition, life span nutrition, specialized topics and more in a curriculum focused on improving the way people eat. Then you’ll apply your knowledge in a professional internship or summer term abroad during your senior year.

Post Graduation

When you graduate, you’ll be ready to create, modify, manage and prepare specialized cuisines in any arena where food and nutrition blend into a healthy lifestyle — making a difference in the lives of many.

Admissions is contingent upon you meeting the technical standards for this program. Learn more via the ¶¶ÒõPro Catalog’s .

Individual states may require specific licensing or professional certification in addition to earning a degree in order to practice in the field. Learn more via the Catalog’s .

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Foundation Courses: Culinary or Baking & Pastry Arts

Your first year will be defined by core baking & pastry arts or culinary courses that make up a common foundation.

Baking & Pastry Arts: These 18 credits include courses in essential techniques, plating design, cake production, artisanal bread, chocolate/confections, and more.

Culinary Arts: These 18 credits include courses in culinary skills and techniques, leadership in the kitchen, and other essential skills.

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Baking & Pastry Foundation
  • BPA1701: Foundations of Baking and Pastry
  • BPA1710: Principles of Cake Production and Design
  • BPA1720: Plated Desserts
  • BPA1730: Artisan Bread & Viennoiserie I
  • BPA1740: Artisan Bread & Viennoiserie II
  • BPA1750: Chocolate, Confections & Mignardise
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Culinary Foundation
  • CUL1100: Introduction to Culinary Skills and Techniques
  • CUL1210: Breakfast & Lunch Cafe
  • CUL1320: Elements of a la Minute Cooking
  • CUL1410: Contemporary Cooking & Leadership Functions
  • CUL2510: Contemporary Restaurant Operations and Management
  • CUL2810: Global à la Carte

Explore Culinary Nutrition at ¶¶ÒõPro Charlotte

Culinary Nutrition major Nate Williams takes you on a tour of his favorite spots on campus, from his Food Science class to the library. Watch:

Culinary Nutrition Sample Courses

  • Advanced Food Safety, HACCP & Special Processes
  • Applied Culinary Nutrition
  • Athletic Performance Cuisine
  • Designing Healthy Desserts*
  • Artisan Cafe*
  • Food Science
  • Lifespan Nutrition
  • Community Nutrition
  • Therapeutic Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Cuisine
  • CFIT Advanced Internship

*Baking and Pastry students must take BPA2720 Artisan Cafe.

Explore the full ¶¶ÒõPro Catalog course listing:

Featured Nutrition Faculty

Professor Frances Burnett
Frances Burnett

Professor

Professor Burnett is a Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE), a Certified ACF Executive Pasty Chef, and a certified food safety instructor/proctor.

Professor Daina Soto
Daina Soto

Associate Professor

As a science-driven chef, Associate Professor Soto-Sellers is very passionate about science and experimentation in the kitchen.

Career Possibilities

Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.

  • Catering Chef
  • Nutrition Educator
  • Sports Nutritionist
  • Corporate Chef
  • Private Dining Chef
  • Weight Loss Specialist
  • Hospital Chef
  • School Chef
  • Worksite Wellness Manager

Faculty Contact

Jennifer Gallagher, CEC, MS, DWS, CWE, CHE, CDM
980-598-1479
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