Program Overview

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Introduction to the Program

The Bachelor's degree in Nutrition at UiT The Arctic University of Norway is a three-year program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and its impact on human health. The program covers various aspects of nutrition, including the role of nutrients in the body, nutrition-related health challenges, and the use of nutrition in disease prevention and treatment.

Program Structure

The program is divided into three years, with each year building on the previous one. The first year introduces students to the basics of nutrition, including human physiology, cell and molecular biology, and biochemistry. The second year focuses on the role of nutrients in the body, nutrition-related health challenges, and the use of nutrition in disease prevention and treatment. The third year provides students with advanced knowledge of nutrition and its applications in various fields, including clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, and food science.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must have a general university admission certificate or a related field of study. In addition, applicants must have completed courses in mathematics, physics, and chemistry at the high school level.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Forebyggende helsearbeid (preventive health work)
• Helseadministrasjon (health administration)
• Pasientorganisasjoner (patient organizations)
• Opplysningskontor (information offices)
• Helse-/trenings-/frisklivssentraler (health/fitness/wellness centers)
• Nćringsmiddelbedrifter (food industry)
• Andre roller i privat sektor (other roles in the private sector)

Further Studies

After completing the Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, students can pursue further studies, such as a Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition, which provides authorization as a clinical nutritionist.

Exchange Opportunities

The program offers exchange opportunities with partner institutions in other countries, such as Greece and Canada.

Student Testimonials

Students who have completed the program have praised its comprehensive curriculum, experienced instructors, and practical approach to learning. They have also appreciated the opportunity to work with patients and gain hands-on experience in the field.

Program Details

• Varighet: 3 years
• Studiepoeng: 180
• Studiested: Tromsř
• Sřknadsfrist: 15. april
• Sřk via: Samordna opptak

Contact Information

For more information about the program, please contact:

• Ragnhild Holten Nergaard, Rĺdgiver
• Anja Katrin Johansen, Fřrsteamanuensis/Studieleder for bachelor i ernćring og master i klinisk ernćring