Resources for research and teaching in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics include access to a wide range of laboratory, library and computer capabilities. Linkages available to support graduate research opportunities include the University Adult Day Services Center , Delaware Cooperative Extension , Delaware Center for Wellness, the State Division of Aging , the State Division of Public Health, the University Wellness Center , and local health care facilities.
Interdisciplinary work is encouraged.
There is opportunity for close liaison with programs in Individual and Family Studies , Animal and Food Sciences , Chemistry and Biochemistry , Biological Sciences , Nursing , and Health and Exercise Sciences . Non-thesis applicants require a GRE of 900 or higher. Three letters of reference from individuals able to evaluate the applicant's potential for successful graduate work are also necessary to complete the application file. Students planning to pursue thesis research topics related to social science aspects of nutrition and food habits should have some courses in sociology, psychology, anthropology, etc. Students seeking to enter the program from undergraduate majors other than nutrition should expect to take prerequisite courses in sciences and nutrition prior to admission on regular status.