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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Nutrition science and prevention under the number 1112820. Who is the distance learning course in Nutritional Science and Prevention suitable for?
The distance learning course is aimed at everyone seeking a scientifically based introduction or career advancement in the field of nutrition, health prevention, or nutritional counselling. The course is particularly suitable for individuals interested in scientific contexts who wish to work in advisory roles, therapy, healthcare, the food industry, or research. Typical participants include career starters from the healthcare sector, career changers with relevant training, as well as professionals who want to deepen their knowledge in prevention and nutrition and place value on a recognised bachelor's degree.
Admission: What formal requirements must you meet?
To be admitted to the distance learning course “Nutritional Science and Prevention” (B.Sc.) at SRH Fernhochschule, you must provide proof of one of the following qualifications:
- General university entrance qualification (Abitur), subject-specific university entrance qualification or advanced technical college entrance qualification
- Alternatively, studying without Abitur is possible, for example through an advanced training qualification (e.g. master craftsman, technician) or by a trial study period or a successfully completed year at a German university
- There is no numerus clausus (NC); applications can be made without waiting time
Personally, you should meet the following requirements:
- Interest in scientific subjects such as biology, chemistry and medicine
- Self-motivation and self-organisation to complete a six-semester distance learning course alongside work or other commitments
- Communication skills and willingness to work in an advisory capacity with people
- Analytical thinking and the willingness to engage with scientific studies and methods
- Initial experience in the health, nutrition or social sector is advantageous but not a requirement
What content and skills does the distance learning course in Nutritional Science and Prevention impart?
In the Bachelor's degree Nutritional Science and Prevention (B.Sc.), you acquire a broad range of competencies covering scientific, psychological and communicative aspects of nutrition. The course is academically solid and places particular focus on:
- Biology, microbiology, chemistry and physics – You understand how food works at a molecular level and how chemical processes take place in the body.
- Anatomy and physiology – You learn about the connections between nutrition and the human body systems.
- Nutritional psychology and communication skills – You are trained to advise people professionally and to perceive their needs.
- Food science, food safety, food law – You learn to comply with and check quality standards and food law requirements.
- Nutritional medicine and dietetics – You are able to scientifically classify nutrition-related diseases and support them preventively or therapeutically.
- Quality and risk management – You develop strategies to ensure safe and healthy food structures.
- Research methods – With quantitative and qualitative methods, you can capture and apply scientific findings.
- Sensory analysis and food analytics – Practical units for evaluating and analysing food are also included.
Through numerous elective modules, for example in business start-up, healthcare or media and communication, you have the opportunity to shape your competence profile individually. Furthermore, with modules such as "Pharmacology in nutritional therapy", "Applied dietetics" and a nutritional science internship, you can fulfil the requirements for the E-Certificate Nutritional Therapy and the DGE accreditation in prevention and counselling.
How is the course structure and schedule designed?
The distance learning course is designed for a standard study period of six semesters (equivalent to 36 months) with 180 ECTS credits. Through the flexible timing model, you can adapt your studies individually and complete them at your own pace – a free extension of up to 36 months is possible.
- Course start is possible at any time, monthly enrolments are offered.
- The learning content is made available digitally. All material is modularly structured according to the CORE principle (Competence Oriented Research and Education).
- Each semester, you complete a portfolio of compulsory modules and selectable areas of focus. From the fourth semester onwards, you have access to up to 45 elective modules.
- Lab phases are scheduled on two weekends in Ellwangen. Additional face-to-face events can be optionally attended; otherwise, the course remains fully location-independent.
- Examinations are primarily completed online and flexibly.
- During the course, you complete a practical project or internship which trains you in applying your knowledge.
- The final degree is achieved by the Bachelor thesis in the sixth semester.
Special features such as crediting prior learning achievements from related training can shorten the study period and reduce fees.
What career prospects does the degree in Nutritional Science and Prevention open up?
After graduation, you are able to provide academically sound and practice-oriented nutritional advice and prevention work. Typical fields of activity for graduates include:
- Nutritional therapy and nutritional counselling – in private practice, health centres, fitness studios, medical practices and clinics
- Food industry – product development, quality management, quality assurance and marketing
- Healthcare sector – e.g. in health insurance companies, health administration or counselling centres
- Research and education – scientific collaboration at institutes, teaching at educational institutions
- Social sector – involvement in prevention projects, day-care centres or residential homes for the elderly
- Press and public relations – editorial and communication work for health associations, consumer organisations or media
By choosing the appropriate focus areas, you can also qualify for self-employment, business start-ups or specific sector positions. Completing certain modules also fulfils the requirements for the E-Certificate Nutritional Therapy and the DGE accreditation recommendations for counselling in prevention and therapy (individual case assessment possible through the Central Prevention Office).
What costs should you expect, and what financing options are available?
The SRH Distance Learning University offers three flexible pricing models:
- Flex 1: 36 months, €421.22 per month, total fee €15,163.92 (including €1,000 Ready Bonus)
- Flex 2: 50 months, €329 per month, total fee €16,450
- Flex 3: 72 months, €235.11 per month, total fee €16,927.92
All models allow a free extension of the study period by up to 36 months. The fees include all study and examination services. Through crediting prior achievements from relevant prior and further education, the total fee can be reduced (e.g. 12 to 18 credits = up to €720 saving).
Financing options: You can pay your tuition fees in monthly instalments. The costs can be tax-deductible under certain conditions. Funding options such as education loans or employer grants are also possible. If you have the appropriate qualifications, you can explore funding opportunities via professional associations and scholarship programmes.
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