Nutrition and Applied Dietetics
Program Overview
The Nutrition and Applied Dietetics program provides comprehensive nutrition training for healthcare professionals, non-academics, and graduates seeking career enhancement. The program covers key topics in nutrition and dietetics through 50 credits divided into subjects and a final course project, enabling graduates to pursue diverse career opportunities in the healthcare, education, and food industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Nutrition and Applied Dietetics program aims to provide comprehensive training in nutrition to address the nutritional challenges faced by healthcare professionals. It emphasizes the importance of preventative nutrition in reducing healthcare costs and preventing disease prevalence. The program is designed for non-academics seeking specialization in nutrition, healthcare professionals wanting to enhance their knowledge, and graduates aiming to improve their job prospects. Successful completion leads to a Specialization degree in Nutrition and Applied Dietetics, awarded by the university of enrollment. The program's general objective is to provide training on key topics in nutrition and dietetics. Specific objectives include: gaining a global perspective of dietetics and nutrition; identifying metabolic processes, nutritional characteristics of foods, and fundamentals of diet preparation; understanding food hygiene and current food legislation; learning about the latest research; developing critical thinking skills to evaluate dietary practices and theories; effectively communicating information about healthy eating habits and the consequences of poor nutrition; and sharing experiences and expertise through the virtual campus.
Outline:
The program consists of 50 credits and is structured in two parts: The goal is to equip students with a global view of nutrition, mastering assessment, diagnosis, and intervention techniques in health and nutrition, fostering a multidisciplinary perspective. The subjects and their respective hours are: Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive System (30 hours) Nutrients I: Macronutrients (35 hours) Nutrients II: Micronutrients (30 hours) Foods (35 hours) Nutritional Needs of the Human Organism (40 hours) Food Composition Tables and Dietetics (60 hours) Nutrition in physiological situations (40 hours) Nutrition in high prevalence pathological situations (40 hours) Food hygiene (30 hours) Food Toxicology (30 hours) Phytotherapy (30 hours)
Part 2: Final Course Project (10 credits, 100 hours):
This involves submitting a paper demonstrating the scope and implementation possibilities of a chosen project. The project should contribute to a specific field of study within the program or explore the theoretical and applied relationship between related disciplines. Students can begin working on this project before completing Part 1. Note: The program content is subject to minor modifications based on updates and improvements. The credit equivalence may vary depending on the enrolling university.
Teaching:
The program utilizes an integrative methodology combining knowledge acquisition and project practice through integrative exercises. The teaching staff includes a diverse group of professors and authors with expertise in various areas of nutrition and related fields. The list of faculty includes Doctors, Masters, and other professionals from various universities and institutions. The program is delivered online.
Careers:
The program prepares graduates for various career opportunities, including:
- Complementing the training and skills of healthcare professionals (doctors, pharmacists, physiotherapists, naturopaths, etc.)
- Industrial consulting in research and new product promotion
- Positions in dietetic product retail
- Positions in the food or pharmaceutical industry with a nutritional product focus Note: Professional practice is subject to each country's legislation.
Other:
FUNIBER periodically offers scholarships for the program. The program duration is 12 months, depending on student dedication. The program aims to address the growing societal interest and concern about food and nutrition. The program's structure is designed to place the student within a framework of continuous change.
The European University of the Atlantic (UNEATLANTICO) is a Spanish higher education institution dedicated to providing a comprehensive education grounded in academic excellence and practical skills. It offers official undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and operates within the Spanish university system. The university’s educational model emphasizes classroom-based learning, integrating information technology, communication, and hands-on training to prepare students for professional challenges. Additionally, it guarantees English proficiency and fosters teamwork, project management, and technological expertise.
UNEATLANTICO collaborates with industries and professionals to enhance students' readiness for the job market. Through real-world projects and partnerships, students gain practical experience and develop leadership and entrepreneurial skills. The university supports innovation and business initiatives by working with investment funds and providing resources for student startups.
The university boasts a diverse teaching faculty, including academics, researchers, and professionals from Spain and abroad. Its faculties cover Health Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities, and Polytechnic studies, offering a variety of academic programs to meet students' needs. UNEATLANTICO combines personalized attention with a dynamic learning environment, preparing students for success in competitive and innovative fields.
