In March 2018, the collaboration between IMU Nutrition and Dietetics Division and the Rutgers University, USA progresses to the next level with a Memorandum of Understanding signed to establish scholarly exchange and student enrolment between the two institutions. With the signing of this agreement, IMU’s BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics and BSc (Hons) Dietetics with Nutrition graduates from 2011 onwards who have met the criteria set, are eligible to apply for the Entry-Level Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. Highlights of the programme
| Short Duration |
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| A 16-month master programme. The first semester can be completed in Malaysia through online learning. |
| Diverse Career Options |
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| Upon completion of the programme, students are eligible to take the Registration Examination and become a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist (RDN). A RDN can work in the United States and other countries which recognise the RDN, subject to conditions such as immigration laws and policies. |
| Integrative and Innovative Learning Modalities |
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| Students learn through a combination of distance education, face to face learning and dietetics internship which guarantees places at acute, long term, rehabilitation and ambulatory care in the US. |
| Integrative and Innovative Learning Modalities |
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| Students learn through a combination of distance education, face to face learning and dietetics internship which guarantees places at acute, long term, rehabilitation and ambulatory care in the US. |
| Integrative and Innovative Learning Modalities |
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| Students learn through a combination of distance education, face to face learning and dietetics internship which guarantees places at acute, long term, rehabilitation and ambulatory care in the US. |
| Quality Assurance |
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| Rutgers University is ranked as the No 2 university in the US for the study of health professions. Nearly 100% of students from Rutgers University are employed within three months of graduation. Rutgers faculty are highly-qualified with extensive experience in teaching, research and publications and in professional practice. |
| Recognised Degree to Become a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist in the US |
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| This programme is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) under the Future Education Model Accreditation Standards. The programme adopts competency based curriculum and is recognised to prepare nutrition and dietetics practitioners for future practice. |
This master programme is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in nutrition and dietetics in clinical practice, research, and community outreach. This is a great opportunity for BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics and BSc (Hons) Dietetics with Nutrition graduates who are considering a career option in the US and abroad. More information is available at http://shp.rutgers.edu/dept/nutr/programs/entry_lvl_MSCN.html Related article: IMU Dietetics with Nutrition Faculty Gained Knowledge on Nutrition-Focused Physical Examination
