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- Universities in the Field of Nutrition Overview
- Bachelor in Nutrition Science at IU: Study Content and Costs
- What Does the Nutrition Science Study Cost?
- Job Prospects and Professional Fields for Ecotrophologists and Nutrition Scientists
- Become an Agricultural Scientist: The Alternative to Nutrition Scientist
- Job or Training and Study Combined: Nutrition Science in Dual Study
- Nutrition and Sports via Distance Learning: Opportunities Available
Trophology deals with the scientific aspects of nutrition. Strictly speaking, this is distinct from ecotrophology, which addresses both natural science-medical and psycho-sociological and economic issues.
Here, I will introduce all subjects from both fields and show you how you can study nutritional science, agricultural science, and food technology while working, what the study costs are, and what other options there are to become a nutrition consultant.
Additionally, I will briefly introduce the Bachelor's degree programme in Nutrition Science at the IU International University.
Alle Fernstudiengänge im Fachbereich Ernährung im Überblick
We have a total of 23 courses in the field of Nutritional Science.
Nutritional advice
- German University of Prevention and Health Management
- 7 Semester
- German
- Nutrition I - Nutritional Physiology Basics, Nutrition II - Disease Prevention, Nutrition III - Target Group Specific Counseling, Food Science, Nutrit…
Nutrition science
- IU International University
- 6 Semester
- German
The bachelor's program in Nutritional Sciences combines the fields of medicine, life sciences, and public health, teaches both the composition and effects of nutrition, and delves into nutrition-related diseases. In …
Food Management and Technology
- SRH Distance Learning University - The Mobile University
- 6 Semester
- German
- Scientific work, General Business Administration, Mathematics, Food Product Knowledge, Biology and Microbiology, Self-Management, Fundamentals of Food…
Nutrition therapy
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 7 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Anatomy and Physiology, Foundations of Natural Sciences, Foundations of Counselling and Communication, Psychosocial Foundations, Biochemistry of Nutri…
Nutrition & Dietetics
- Distance Learning University Switzerland
- 9 Semester
- German
- Anatomy, Physiology, Nutritional situation and nutrition science, Food science, Hygiene, Law, English for dietetics, Nutrition of different population…
Nutrition therapy
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 5 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Basics of Nutritional Medicine, Nutritional Medicine I and II, Food and Health Law, Human Nutrition, Psychology of Nutrition, Nutrition Epidemiology a…
Food process engineering
- Wilhelm Büchner University
- 7 Semester
- German
Explore the interface of technology and nutrition with the Bachelor's degree programme in Food Process Engineering at Wilhelm Büchner University. This 7-semester distance learning course enables you to develop innovative …
Nutrition science and prevention
- SRH Distance Learning University - The Mobile University
- 6 Semester
- German
- General business administration, marketing and consumer behavior, biology and microbiology, food microbiology, chemistry, food chemistry and food anal…
Dietetics
- IU International University
- 3 Semester
- German
This course is designed for dietitians who want to earn a bachelor's degree in just 3 semesters of full-time study or part-time study. During the course, you will engage with …
Agriculture/Agricultural Management
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 7 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Basics of agricultural production, specialization of animal and plant production, agricultural economics and -economy, decision-making in the company
Food Technology
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 8 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Applied Chemistry, Mathematics I, Physics for Engineers, Engineering Mechanics, Mathematics II, General Business Administration and Marketing, Enginee…
Food technology
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 5 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Technologies of food processing and food processing, modeling, simulation, evaluation and optimization of food technological processes and systems, fo…
Nutritional Sciences
- APOLLON University of Health Sciences
- 6 Semester
- German
The Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Science at APOLLON University offers a comprehensive range of education for aspiring nutrition experts. The programme combines scientific fundamentals with applied management expertise to prepare …
Agricultural management
- IU International University
- 6 Semester
- German
In the Bachelor's degree programme in Agricultural Management, you systematically engage with topics such as food supply, animal-friendly husbandry, climate change, and biodiversity. At the same time, you acquire economic …
Agricultural management
- Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
- 5 Semester
- Bernburg, Sachsen-Anhalt
- German
- Agricultural-technical modules, General Management modules, Soft skill modules, Innovation in animal production, Project management, Self-organization…
Nutritional science
- European School of Innovation and Perspective
- 6 Semester
- German
- Scientific work, presentation and work techniques, physical and chemical fundamentals, biology for nutritionists, physiological basics, physiology for…
Nutritional science
- AKAD University
- 6 Semester
- German
The part-time bachelor's degree programme in Nutritional Sciences at AKAD University Stuttgart provides comprehensive knowledge in health sciences over 6 semesters. The programme conveys a broad expertise ranging from nutrition …
Agribusiness
- Georg August University Göttingen
- 5 Semester
- German
- Marketing Management, Sales Management, Strategic Management, Scientific Work for Practice, International Markets, Food Supply Chain Management, Inves…
Vegan Food Management
- University of Applied Sciences for SMEs
- 9 Trimester
- German
- Business Administration, Basics of Accounting, Strategic Management and Sustainable Corporate Governance, Marketing & Sales, Business Law, Sociology o…
Nutritional science
- European Distance Learning University Hamburg
- 6 Semester
- German
The Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences at the European Distance Learning University in Hamburg is an interdisciplinary degree programme with a focus on nutritional, food, and health science competencies. …
Nutrition science
- Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
- 6 Semester
- German
The distance learning program in Nutritional Sciences at Hochschule Fresenius offers you a solid academic education in the field of nutrition. The course combines knowledge from the natural sciences with …
Nutritional counseling and management
- European School of Innovation and Perspective
- 7 Semester
- German
- Scientific work, presentation & work techniques, business administration, physical and chemical basics, biology for nutrition scientists, introduction…
Business Engineering Food
- Wilhelm Büchner University
- 6 Semester
- German
The Bachelor of Engineering programme in Food Engineering (Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen Lebensmittel) at Wilhelm Büchner University offers a unique combination of technical and economic competencies. It is ideal for professionals looking to …
Universities in the Field of Nutrition Overview
IU International University: IU is the largest private distance university in Germany. Currently, over 130,000 students are enrolled in one of the more than 100 courses at this university of applied sciences. It is currently the only university that offers a bachelor's distance learning program in nutritional sciences. In addition, IU offers numerous other programs in the field of health and nutrition, such as the Bachelor's degree program in Health Psychology.
German University for Prevention and Health Management: DHfPG, based in Saarbrücken, is a private university of applied sciences that specializes in distance learning courses in the field of health and sports. In the WS 2019/2020, a total of 8,099 students were enrolled at the university. Distance learning programs are mostly completed in the dual system - students must prove an apprenticeship contract with a company before starting their studies. The university offers, in particular, the bachelor's distance learning program in Nutritional Advice. The program lasts 7 semesters in full-time study.
Anhalt University of Applied Sciences: Anhalt University of Applied Sciences is a state university with its headquarters in Köthen/Sachsen-Anhalt. In the WS 2019/2020, a total of 6,783 students were enrolled at the university. For some time now, HS Anhalt has been launching more and more distance learning programs, especially in the field of nutritional sciences. Programs offered include bachelor's and master's programs in nutritional therapy, agricultural science, and food technology. Also of interest is the unique distance learning program in naturopathy in Germany, leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
APOLLON University of Health Sciences: APOLLON University is a private university of applied sciences based in Bremen. The university specializes in distance learning courses in the field of health and social sciences. In the WS 2019/2020, a total of 3,251 students were enrolled at the university. The university offers, among other things, the bachelor's program in Prevention and Health Management, which aims to train health consultants in 6 semesters of full-time study. Furthermore, through APOLLON University, you can also become certified in nutritional counseling and study Nutrition Management at the bachelor's level.
Bachelor in Nutrition Science at IU: Study Content and Costs
The IU International University is currently, along with the SRH Distance University, the only university in Germany offering a bachelor's distance learning program in Nutrition Science. IU is a state-approved, private university and at the same time the largest private distance university in Germany.
Admission to distance learning at IU requires a high school diploma or equivalent qualification. Access is also possible without a high school diploma.
The program lasts a total of 6 semesters in full-time study. Most students opt for one of the part-time variants. In part-time study I, the distance learning lasts about 8-9 semesters until a bachelor's degree.
In full-time study, students can structure their study plan as follows, for example:
- 1st Semester: Introduction to scientific work, Statistics, Chemical and physical basics, Biochemistry and Biochemistry of Nutrition, Basics of Micro- and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology
- 2nd Semester: Nutritional Physiology, Nutrition Science, Hygiene and Toxicology, Cost and Performance Accounting, Applied Nutrition Science, Food Science
- 3rd Semester: Commodity knowledge and Bromatology, Food Technology, Personal Skills, Marketing, Pathophysiology of Nutrition/Nutritional Medicine
- 4th Semester: Project: Food Science Exercises, Project: Dietary Exercises, Nutrition Sociology, Quality Management in Health Care, Food Law, Personality Psychology & Differential Psychology
- 5th Semester: Elective Subject A, Elective Subject B, Practical Project: Nutrition Science
- 6th Semester: Communication and Conversation Management, Seminar: Current Topics in Nutrition Science, Agile Project Management, Bachelor's Thesis
During the last semesters, distance learners choose 2 specializations from numerous options.
More information about the distance learning program: Distance Learning B.Sc. Nutritional Science at IU
What Does the Nutrition Science Study Cost?
A distance learning course is usually cheaper than a comparable "offline course", simply because distance learning is more efficiently organized and costs the university less. Bachelor's programs at state universities can be very cheap, but they also come with higher hurdles. Ultimately, master's programs at state universities cost similar to comparable master's distance learning programs at private universities.
The following table compares the tuition fees of the most important study programs in the field of Nutrition Science and compares the fees that are incurred monthly:
On average, you can expect to pay €1,500-€2,000 per semester over a period of 6 or 7 semesters in a bachelor's program. At many universities, however, you can also pay the semester fees monthly; at IU International University, for example, you pay €209 per month in part-time study.
In addition to tuition fees, there are often more or less hidden costs: these could be examination fees incurred in final exams, or they could also be travel and accommodation costs for occasional attendance events. And as in any other study program, you will also need to occasionally purchase additional literature in the Nutrition Science distance learning program.
Job Prospects and Professional Fields for Ecotrophologists and Nutrition Scientists
As diverse as the programs we introduce here are, so are the career prospects for Nutrition Scientists.
With a Bachelor's in Nutritional Therapy you acquire through distance learning at HS Anhalt, for example, you can work in nutritional practice, fitness and health companies, wellness hotels and health resorts, pharmacies, medical practices or clinics, health insurance companies, food industry companies, companies with their own Corporate Health Management, associations & sports organizations, adult education centers, schools and educational providers, publishers, media companies, nursing facilities, or public advisory centers.
Similar fields of activity are also available to you with a Bachelor's in Nutrition Science from IU. After completing the distance learning program, you may work as a Quality and Hygiene Manager, as a Healthcare & Nutrition Manager, or as a Nutrition Advisor.
As an Agricultural Scientist, you could work in research, breeding, consultancy, practice, and as a journalist in the (specialized) press.
Become an Agricultural Scientist: The Alternative to Nutrition Scientist
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As the only university nationwide, Anhalt University of Applied Sciences offers 2 programs in agricultural sciences: the Bachelor’s program in Agriculture/Agricultural Management and the MBA in Agricultural Management. In addition, IU International University offers a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Management.
The aim of the programs is to prepare students for leadership roles in agricultural businesses, as well as management positions in related companies and businesses.
The Bachelor's program at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences costs only €400 per semester. Therefore, access is only possible for those who, in addition to a university entrance qualification such as the Abitur or Fachabitur, have at least 3 years of professional experience in the agricultural sector or have completed training in the agricultural field.
The MBA program at Anhalt University is significantly more expensive: it costs €1,200 per semester. Admission is open to graduates with a first degree who have worked for at least 3 years after their studies.
Job or Training and Study Combined: Nutrition Science in Dual Study
Dual degree programs are on trend because they enable you to start a career simultaneously with your studies, allowing you to immediately apply theoretical knowledge to professional practice.
Dual studying usually involves students signing an apprenticeship contract with a company. Working hours are interrupted by regular presence phases.
This shows one of the great advantages of distance learning: you can almost dual study without a training contract. The flexible form of distance and online learning allows you to pursue a job of your choice and study alongside.
One of the programs we introduce here is actually organized in a dual manner: the dual distance learning Bachelor's program in Nutritional Counseling at the German University for Prevention and Health Management does indeed require an apprenticeship contract. The program is particularly suitable for those who want to pursue training in the fitness and health industry, for example.
Nutrition and Sports via Distance Learning: Opportunities Available
Unfortunately, there is currently no distance learning program that combines sports science and nutrition science in equal parts. However, you are free to combine both subject areas.
For example, you could study one of the degree programs in Nutrition Science I have presented here. At the same time, you could pursue a certified training as a fitness trainer in parallel.
Alternatively, you can study a program from the field of sports science and combine it with training as a nutrition consultant. Here is an overview of some interesting Bachelor's programs in the field of sports science and sports management:
| Course | University | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitness and Health Management, Bachelor of Arts Distance learning program | IST University of Management | 6 Semester | from 13644 € total from 379 € monthly | |
| Fitness economy, Bachelor of Arts Distance learning program | German University of Prevention and Health Management | 7 Semester | from 15120 € total from 360 € monthly | |
| Fitness training, Bachelor of Arts Distance learning program | German University of Prevention and Health Management | 7 Semester | from 15120 € total from 360 € monthly | |
| Sports and Applied Exercise Science, Bachelor of Arts Distance learning program | German University of Health and Sports | 6 Semester | from 23700 € total from 395 € monthly | |
| Sports management, Bachelor of Arts Distance learning program | IU International University | 6 Semester | from 15063 € total from 259 € monthly |
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