The main objective of the study programme is the acquisition of comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in the natural sciences and in human biology. The relationship between nutritional physiology, nutrition science and nutritional medicine is consistently referenced.

During the first three semesters, the focus is on expanding knowledge of the basic principles of biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics and mathematics. This is supported by nutritional psychology, nutrition medicine and food safety. Modules offered in the fourth and fifth semesters cover topics such as food law, food technology and bioinformatics. The sixth and final semester of the programme concentrates on database research/system biology, epidemiology and biostatistics.

The modular structure of the study programme in accordance with the (European Credit Transfer System) allows access to courses offered by foreign (partner) universities and also enables us to include elective options from other programmes taught here on the Lübeck site.

You should enjoy personal challenges and also have a keen interest in scientific research. General higher education entry requirements will also need to be fulfilled. Because of the nature of the syllabus, fundamental prior knowledge in the natural sciences (e.g. prior learning achieved via a choice of appropriate specialisms during upper secondary school) is highly recommended.

Upon obtaining a bachelor’s degree, you have the opportunity to proceed directly to pursuing a master's degree in Nutritional Medicine at the University of Lübeck. This programme is taught in English and builds upon the foundations laid during the bachelor’s course of study. It imparts detailed specialist expertise within the direct context of research, development and start-up enterprises. Medical Nutrition Science graduates are also able to access relevant masters programmes anywhere in Germany.

Of course, immediate progression to the labour market is also possible. The wide-ranging scientific knowledge obtained during the programme of study qualifies graduates to take on research and development tasks within the area of nutrition research and in the food industry in particular.

Please note: The B. Sc. in Medical Nutrition Science is geared towards the field of scientific research. It does not constitute a qualification to practise nutritional and dietary therapy with patients.