The Specialist Program in Clinical Nutrition of Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) aims to train quality clinical nutritionists who can provide optimal nutrition services to the community. The comprehensively structured curriculum includes an in-depth study of clinical nutrition, medical dietetics, nutritional status evaluation, and nutritional management in various medical conditions.
Additionally, students in this program have the opportunity to develop clinical skills and engage in research in the field of clinical nutrition. Graduates of this program are expected to not only become skilled nutrition practitioners but also play an active role in disease prevention efforts through a deep understanding of the importance of nutrition in maintaining health. Graduates of this study program will obtain the Clinical Nutrition Specialist (Sp.G.K.) degree.
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ps.sp1giziklinik@usu.ac.idVision of Specialist-1 Program in Clinical Nutrition
To become an institution that produces graduates of clinical nutrition specialists who are qualified, professional, skilled, independent, innovative, and insightful in the field of nutrition in tropical infectious diseases and malignancies (oncology) in Asia Pacific in 2030.
Mission of Specialist-1 Program in Clinical Nutrition
Education
Organizing quality clinical nutrition specialist medical education and following advances in medical science and technology with good organizational governance and quality assurance systems, especially in the field of nutrition in tropical infectious diseases and malignancies (oncology).
Research
Organizing the latest, applicable, and evidence-based research in developing clinical nutrition specialist knowledge, especially in the field of nutrition in tropical infectious diseases and malignancies (oncology).
Cooperation
Building cooperation in education and research with research institutions at home and abroad, especially in the field of nutrition in tropical infectious diseases and malignancies (oncology).
Community Service
Organizing community services in the field of clinical nutrition, especially in the field of nutrition in tropical infectious diseases and malignancies (oncology).
Tri Dharma
Providing broad access and creating a conducive academic atmosphere to support the tridharma of education.
Concentration
Concentration is a field of specialization that can be chosen by students to deepen specific knowledge and skills in the study program they take. By choosing a concentration that suits their interests and talents, students can develop more in-depth competencies that are relevant to the needs of the job market. Concentration also helps students to explore specific fields that are of interest and passion to them, thus expanding their horizons and enriching their learning experience.
Clinical Nutrition