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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German Mathematics & Natural Sciences

ErnährungswissenschaftenNutritional Sciences

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Nutrition Sciences allows students to deepen their knowledge from their bachelor's studies. The program focuses on food ingredients, the effects of food and nutrition on the human body, connections between nutrition and health/disease, and much more related to human nutrition. Students acquire expertise in nutrition science with the possibility of individual specialization in the areas of preventive and therapeutic nutrition or food sciences. They deal in depth with physiological and biochemical processes of human nutrition, its disorders, the composition and analysis of food, and the functional effects of food ingredients. The program includes core topics such as human nutrition, biochemistry and molecular biology, food sciences, nutrition in prevention and therapy, nutrition and immune system, molecular nutrition research, and nutrition psychology.
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The Master's program in Nutrition Sciences allows students to deepen their knowledge from their bachelor's studies. The program focuses on food ingredients, the effects of food and nutrition on the human body, connections between nutrition and health/disease, and much more related to human nutrition. Students acquire expertise in nutrition science with the possibility of individual specialization in the areas of preventive and therapeutic nutrition or food sciences. They deal in depth with physiological and biochemical processes of human nutrition, its disorders, the composition and analysis of food, and the functional effects of food ingredients. The program includes core topics such as human nutrition, biochemistry and molecular biology, food sciences, nutrition in prevention and therapy, nutrition and immune system, molecular nutrition research, and nutrition psychology.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Biochemistry Molecular Biology Nutrition Sciences Human Nutrition Food Sciences Preventive Nutrition Therapeutic Nutrition Nutrition Medicine Nutrition Psychology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Ernährungswissenschaften at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Ernährungswissenschaften at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Ernährungswissenschaften programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Ernährungswissenschaften at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Ernährungswissenschaften?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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