Dietetics, Bachelor of Science

That's what you need for the Bachelor's in Dietetics

With your Bachelor's in Dietetics, you can work, for example, as a consultant in the nutrition industry, as a leader of nutrition therapy teams, or as a nutrition specialist for clinical research.

In the part-time distance learning program in Dietetics at IU International University, you can be admitted if you hold either a high school diploma (general university entrance qualification), a technical college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification.

In addition, you have completed a vocational training as a state-certified dietitian.

Furthermore, you can also study Dietetics without a high school diploma. If you do not have a high school diploma or technical college entrance qualification, in addition to your vocational training as a dietitian, you must demonstrate at least 3 years of professional experience as a dietitian. You will then complete a short trial study before being regularly enrolled.

These are the study contents in the online course Dietetics

This Bachelor's degree at IU comprises approximately 15 modules that you will take and complete over a period of 3 semesters of standard study time. Each module is worth 5-10 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an examination performance such as a thesis or an exam. In total, you will earn 180 credit points from module to module and from semester to semester.

The typical course plan for full-time study in Dietetics looks as follows:

• Semesters 1-3: Anatomy and Physiology, Nutritional Science, Biochemistry and Nutrition Biochemistry, Merchandise Knowledge and Bromatology, Applied Nutritional Science, Food Science, Pathophysiology of Nutrition/Nutritional Medicine I, Pathophysiology of Nutrition/Nutritional Medicine II, Project: Dietary Exercises, Evaluation of Dietary and Alternative Diet Forms, Nutrition in Selected Life Phases, Personal Skills, Cooking and Kitchen Techniques Exercises, Communication and Conversation I, Communication and Conversation II, Nutritional Therapy for Malnutrition, Nutritional Therapy for Food Intolerance and Allergies, Practical Project: Nutritional Sciences
• Semester 4: Introduction to Scientific Work, Evidence-Based Practice, Health Law, Novel Food and Health Claims, Quality Seals for Food and Consumer Protection, Health Economics
• Semester 5: Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition, Functional Food in Dietetics, Collaborative Work, Nutritional Therapy for Childhood Diseases, Pharmaceuticals and Nutrient Interactions, Clinical Reasoning in Nutritional Therapy
• Semester 6: Seminar: Nutritional Epidemiology, Immunonutrition and Personalized Nutrition, Elective Module A, Bachelor Thesis

The first 3 semesters will be recognized through your professional training, so you only need to complete the modules of semesters 4, 5, and 6.

As specialization, you can choose from these exciting modules: Leadership Qualification, Mental Health, Dietary Specialization.

How flexible is the standard study time in distance learning Dietetics

At IU International University, in the part-time distance learning program, you choose one of 3 study models:

• In full-time studies, the standard study time is 3 semesters or 18 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. Full-time studies in Dietetics are particularly suitable for those who are not working or only work a few hours per week.
• In part-time studies I, the standard study time is 4 semesters or 24 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. Part-time studies I, for example, are suitable if you work part-time alongside your studies.
• In part-time studies II, the standard study time is 6 semesters or 36 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. Part-time studies II are particularly suitable if you are heavily involved in your profession alongside your distance learning.

By the way, you can also take a semester off during your studies at no additional cost.

How does online studying work at IU?

A study that adapts to your life: In online studies at IU, you learn flexibly and digitally whenever and wherever you want to learn.

In the Dietetics distance learning program at IU International University, there is no attendance requirement - you learn continuously from home, in the library of your choice, or wherever you can learn best.

You can take your modules and courses whenever you want. This way, you can usually plan and organize your study schedule and semester flow flexibly.

Central to IU distance learning are your interactive study scripts. You will receive the scripts both in printed form and digitally as PDFs and for tablets. Through the smart app IU Learn, you will have access to the scripts for your Dietetics studies as well as scripts from all other distance learning programs at IU.

Through myCampus, the online campus of IU, you also have access to additional materials, such as videos. You will interact with your lecturers and fellow students, for example, in virtual live formats, through interactive courses.

And exams? You can take them as online exams if you wish. You can take an online exam at any time, once you feel sufficiently prepared for the study material. Alternatively, you can take the exam at one of the numerous exam centers of IU throughout Germany.