Program Overview

Master's Programme in Nutrition Science

The Master's Programme in Nutrition Science is an expanding, interdisciplinary field that studies the role of diet in human health. The programme gives students in-depth knowledge of its scientific basis and research methods in the field. This knowledge prepares students for qualified work that relates to nutrition and also for continued doctoral education.

Programme Overview

• Credits: 120 Credits / 2 years
• Degree: Master of Medical Science (120 credits) with a Major in Nutrition Science
• Study pace: Full-time 100% / Day-time
• Study location: Flemingsberg
• Language of instruction: English

About the Programme

The Master's Programme in Nutrition Science aims to give students a broad understanding of the role of diet in human health, and in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis and research methods in the field. As a graduate, students will be prepared for various career paths in an expanding field.

Programme Structure

The first year of the programme covers:

• The associations between diet and health
• The evidence behind diet and physical activity recommendations
• Sustainability considerations
• Molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying the impact of diet on the human body
• Assessment methodology for dietary intake, physical activity, and fitness

The second year allows students to choose a 30-, 45-, or 60-credit degree project in their area of interest within various fields of nutrition research. Depending on the length of the degree project, students can include up to 30 credits of elective courses.

Specific Eligibility Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or a professional degree equivalent to a Swedish Bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits in biomedicine, cellular and molecular biology, pharmaceutics, medicine, nutrition, or the equivalent.
• Proficiency in English equivalent to English B/English 6.

Selection

The selection is based on an overall assessment of the applicant's qualifications, such as previous education, relevant work and/or research experience, and statement of intent.

Fees

• Application fee: 900 SEK
• Tuition fee: Total amount 400,000 SEK, with the first instalment being 100,000 SEK.

Degree Outcomes

Upon completion of the programme, students will:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the main field of study
• Demonstrate specialised methodological knowledge in the main field of study
• Demonstrate the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyse complex phenomena
• Demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate issues critically, autonomously, and creatively

Career

The programme provides a solid foundation for a career in the nutrition field, both in the public and private sector. Graduates can pursue roles in governmental agencies, community-based organisations, the food and pharmacy industry, or do consulting work, both nationally and internationally. The programme also prepares students for continued studies at the doctoral level (PhD) and research-related occupations.

Study Plan with Constituent Courses

The study plan includes courses such as:

• Diet and health - scientific evidence, recommendations, and sustainability
• Molecular and genetic mechanisms in nutrition science
• Diet, physical activity, and fitness - assessment and evaluation
• Monitoring of non-communicable diseases, large scale data collection, analysis, and data visualizations
• Degree project in nutrition science