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Sport Nutrition – from theory to practice

15 Credits.

Part-time 50%.

Do you want to deepen your knowledge of sports nutrition at an advanced level? This online/hybrid course provides expertise ranging from molecular mechanisms to practical dietary planning for athletes. The course also includes interactive components where you will learn measurement methods used in sports research.

Application opens Mar 16

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Autumn 2026

Application opens Mar 16

Remote (campus) | Day | 50%

  • Education level

    Master's level

  • Study pace

    50%

  • Teaching hours

    Day

  • Teaching form

    Remote (campus)

  • Start

    Autumn 2026, week 36

  • Mandatory meetings

    3

  • Teaching language

    English

  • Course syllabus

    Sport Nutrition – from theory to practice
  • Course manager

    Michaela Sundqvist

  • Course code

    FAIDNU

  • Application code

    GIH-26F46

  • Entry requirements

    90 credits in Sports Science (or a degree in a subject with a focus on physical activity or medicine), including at least 15 credits in Human Biology (or equivalent).

  • Selection

    On Selection Models
  • Tuition fee

    For applicants with citizenship outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland:

    More information about tuition fees

About the course

This course is designed for individuals with a background in physiology and nutrition who wish to advance their knowledge to the next level. We offer an online/hybrid course taught in English, including engaging and educational on-site laboratory sessions at GIH, where a broad and highly competent teaching team provides advanced knowledge across the full spectrum of sports nutrition.

The course provides, for example, advanced knowledge in the biochemistry of nutrition, athletes’ nutritional requirements, dietary supplements, energy needs, body composition, and meal planning. The course is offered at a half-time pace through remote, online instruction, with a largely self-paced approach. It also includes practical on-site days at GIH, focusing on body composition, metabolism, and nutritional planning.

To be eligible, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in a field such as sport science, physical activity, nutrition, or medicine.

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Autumn 2026

Application opens Mar 16

Remote (campus) | Day | 50%

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  • Education level

    Master's level

  • Study pace

    50%

  • Teaching hours

    Day

  • Teaching form

    Remote (campus)

  • Start

    Autumn 2026, week 36

  • Mandatory meetings

    3

  • Teaching language

    English

  • Course syllabus

    Sport Nutrition – from theory to practice
  • Course manager

    Michaela Sundqvist

  • Course code

    FAIDNU

  • Application code

    GIH-26F46

  • Entry requirements

    90 credits in Sports Science (or a degree in a subject with a focus on physical activity or medicine), including at least 15 credits in Human Biology (or equivalent).

  • Selection

    On Selection Models
  • Tuition fee

    For applicants with citizenship outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland:

    More information about tuition fees
Last modified:9 Feb 2026