Program Overview

Master's Programme in Nutrition Science

The Master's Programme in Nutrition Science is a 120-credit program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of nutrition science and its applications.

Programme Outline

The program consists of various courses, including:

• Elective courses in nutrition science
• Diet and health scientific evidence, recommendations, and sustainability (10 credits)
• Molecular and genetic mechanisms in nutrition science (10 credits)
• Diet, physical activity, and fitness - assessment and evaluation (10 credits)
• Nutrition and disease treatment and clinical aspects (10 credits)
• Professional development and communication in nutrition science (5 credits)
• Degree Project in Nutrition Science

Course Details

Nutrition and Disease Treatment and Clinical Aspects (10 credits)

This course deals with the importance of diet for individuals suffering from global non-communicable diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. The course covers various aspects of relevance when providing nutrition therapy to individuals, including physiological mechanisms, psycho-social, cultural, and economic factors, as well as global aspects.

Course Structure

The course consists of:

• Seminars
• Group work
• Discussion of clinical cases
• Workshops
• Lectures
• Individual assignments
• Discussions and providing feedback on fellow-student's group work

Examination

The examination consists of seminars and an individual written assignment.

Programme Organisation

The program is organised to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of nutrition science and its applications, with a focus on scientific evidence, recommendations, and sustainability.