Earn Your MPH in Nutrition

Elevate Your Nutrition Career at Temple University

Master of Public Health in Nutrition

Are you ready to transform your passion for nutrition into a rewarding career? At Temple University’s College of Public Health, we offer a comprehensive Master of Public Health (MPH) in Nutrition that prepares you to make a significant impact in the field. With our unique 48-credit, 21-month graduate program, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to excel as a leader in public health nutrition.

Why Choose Temple?

A Unique Curriculum Focused on Public Health

Our innovative MPH in Nutrition provides a public health lens that is essential for addressing nutrition-related challenges in diverse communities, especially in urban settings facing health disparities. You’ll explore topics such as:

Clinical, community, and food service nutrition
Food science and nutrition product development
Nutritional biochemistry and pathophysiology
Cultural competence in nutrition practice

By integrating these areas, you will develop a holistic understanding of how nutrition influences health and wellness across populations.

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for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) exam.

Hands-On Experience in the Field

At Temple, you won’t just learn in the classroom—you’ll engage with real-world challenges through our experiential learning opportunities. Our fieldwork placements connect you with community organizations, schools, government entities, and nonprofits, ensuring you gain invaluable practical experience and professional connections.

Preparation for Certification

With a focus on outcomes, our program is designed to prepare you for the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) exam. Graduates are uniquely equipped to address pressing public health needs, making you a sought-after professional in various settings, including hospitals, community health organizations, and government health departments.

Learn from Distinguished Faculty

Our courses are taught by faculty who are experts in public health and nutrition. They bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the classroom, ensuring that you receive a top-notch education. The College of Public Health’s Office of Clinical Practice and Field Education will support you in securing field placements that enrich your learning experience.

Launch Your Career in Nutrition

As a graduate of Temple’s MPH in Nutrition, you’ll be qualified to:

Assess the nutritional needs of diverse populations
Oversee government-funded food and nutrition programs
Provide nutritional support in clinical settings
Educate future health professionals on nutrition
Design and evaluate public health nutrition programs

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