MSES in Nutritional Sciences | Accelerated

Students enrolled in the MSES will have access to the Human Performance Lab located in Saint Xavier's Center for Health and Wellness. This lab is dedicated to bringing our students the most up-to-date exercise and sport science technology, including:

• Full Weight Room
• GPS Tracking Technology
• Portable Force Plates
• Velocity-Based Technology
• In-Body Body Composition System
• Bluetooth Vo2 Analysis System
• FMS
• VALD Performance Technologies, including Dynamometer, Jump Mat, Laser Timing Gate System
• Dashr Laser System, and more

In their final semester, students will spend two days onsite working with this equipment to further understand how theory bridges to application.

The Master's degree in Nutritional Sciences was created by expert scholars and practitioners for students and practitioners looking to enhance their knowledge and skills.

• Courses are taught by knowledgeable and experienced scholar-practitioners who provide a dynamic online learning environment.
• Coursework includes current evidence-based guidelines and best practices along with the opportunity to apply research and theory to real-world settings.
• Students will have access to our state-of-the-art High-Performance Lab and Train Heroic program design software.
• Regular seminars and a two-day onsite session will allow students to network, learn, share and grow.
• Students will conduct an applied project, gaining hands-on practical experience while developing scientific research skills.

In the MSES in Nutritional Sciences program, students will:

1. Effectively design nutritional programs for athletes, general population, tactical personnel and post-rehabilitation patients using current research and evidence-based techniques.
2. Demonstrate appropriate measurement and evaluation methods for nutritional assessment and program design.
3. Use critical thinking skills to identify and prescribe techniques for recovery and regeneration for both the athlete and non-athlete.
4. Demonstrate an evidence-based approach to practice, using both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
5. Appraise current literature and apply evidence in practical settings.
6. Apply ethical principles to decision making in practical settings.

• Saint Xavier University combines dynamic online learning with experiential practices to enhance learning and produce well-rounded graduates with both knowledge and practical skills.
• You will have the opportunity to assess the nutritional needs and create nutritional programs and plans across a variety of populations.
• Our faculty have expertise in nutritional sciences and create challenging courses that are interactive and student focused.
• Small class sizes allow for close interaction with your professors and student colleagues.
• The program provides several opportunities for you to receive experience within the field of nutritional sciences.
• You will develop a habit of life-long learning that will prepare you for the ever-changing allied health professions.
• With core values of service, integrity and excellence exemplified throughout campus, you will become a more effective citizen and an asset to your community.