Overview

You will learn to use the complex methods of system biology, to evaluate the different aspects of nutrition and the role of nutrition in health and disease and disease prevention. You will also explore the agronomic aspect of food production, with regard to the environmental impact, from a health-related perspective.

Career

The Food, Health and Environment Graduates programme at University of Eastern Piedmont will be able to carry out professional and managerial activities recognized by the regulation for the professional profile of the biologist. They will be able to work in the following environments

Public and private institutions that perform biological, microbiological, chemical-clinical analyses and quality control of products of biological origin;

Private companies or public institutions active in nutrition;

Private practice as biologist;

The sectors of communication, scientific dissemination, information and publishing;

Universities and research institutions

The graduates may also access to PhD programs and second level Master course according to the present regulation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemical and Clinical Nutrition

Ecology and Toxicology

Environmental Chemistry

Food Law and Business

Biological Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vercelli, Italy

Disciplines

Health Sciences Food Science Environmental Sciences View 16 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree

Curriculum Vitae (in English, any format);

Personal statement (in English, any format);

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Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Tuition may vary, according to the economic status as reported in the “ISEE Statement for financial assistance in the Right to Higher Education

Living costs

Vercelli

Italy

600 - 950 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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