Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics is offered by the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the School of Physical Education, Sport Science and Dietetics at the University of Thessaly. It focuses on human nutrition, dietetic intervention, and the promotion of health through nutrition. Students acquire knowledge in nutritional biochemistry, clinical dietetics, public health, and nutritional assessment. The program contributes to the development of scientists who support healthy eating and disease prevention.
Relation to Employment
The program aims at learning outcomes and skills that enable graduates to provide services in the fields of dietetic support, clinical and applied nutrition, health education, public health, and nutritional counselling.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations.
Knowledge
The Undergraduate Program of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics aims to educate scientists with knowledge in human nutrition, dietetics, biochemistry, physiology, and the relationship between nutrition and health. Students develop skills in nutritional assessment and the design of dietary interventions.
Skills
The program equips students with scientific and applied skills in nutritional assessment, dietetic intervention, and the relationship between nutrition and health. It includes biochemistry, physiology, dietary intervention planning, and applications in public and clinical nutrition.
Competences
The department’s program provides knowledge in nutrition and dietetics, developing students’ abilities in nutritional assessment, analysis, and the design of dietary interventions. Graduates gain capabilities in public, clinical, and applied nutrition.