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Nutrition and Food Systems

University of Kentucky
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree MSc
Delivery On-campus
Location Lexington, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Nutrition and Food Systems at University of Kentucky is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Nutrition and Food Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Greece and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  5. Location: Lexington, United States, Greece

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Nutrition and Food Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Methodology in Nutrition and Food Systems
  2. Advanced Community Program Development
  3. Food Systems and Society
  4. Chronic Disease Management and Process
  5. Seminar in Nutrition and Food Systemss
  6. Regression and Correlation
  7. Advanced Work in Dietetics
  8. Nutrition and Aging

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Application Requirements:
  • Official GRE scores are required for admission. You will be asked to self-report these scores on the application (you can also supply a future date for taking the test)
  • You will be asked to upload copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended and, in the case of domestic students, to self-report cumulative GPA’s for each institution. If you are offered admission and decide to enroll you will then be required to submit official transcripts to the Graduate School.
  • Application fee of $65 for domestic applicants or $75 for international applicants. This must be paid online.
  • All applicants whose native language is not English will be asked to self-report one of these scores on the application.
  • A professional writing sample is required. This can be a paper you have written for a previous class or for publication.
  • Three letters of recommendation.
  • A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
  • A statement of purpose is required. This document should be one or two pages and can include your background, your preparation and your purpose for going to graduate school, your career goal and your research and teaching interests.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Kentucky directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Kentucky

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Lexington, United States

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