BSc Nutritional Science at University of Hohenheim

If you want to develop an understanding of the body and nutrition and take this knowledge further into society, then the research-oriented Nutritional Science degree programme is the right choice for you. In the Bachelor’s degree programme in Nutritional Science, you will deal with all phenomena related to human nutrition. The spectrum of topics ranges from the influence of food ingredients on cell and body functions and their analysis, the interactions between microorganisms and food and people’s dietary behaviour, to the role of nutrition in maintaining health and preventing and treating diseases.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In the 1st–2nd semester, you will first learn basic natural sciences knowledge in the core subjects of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics and gain an insight into human anatomy. These basics are essential for understanding the subject-specific content. Right from the start, you will also work in the laboratory to deepen and consolidate your knowledge.

Career pathways

The degree programme in Nutritional Science qualifies students for a wide range of careers. There are different entry options depending on your personal focus.

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