About the Program
The Graduate Program in Nutrition and Dietetics began to offer education at the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research of Cyprus International University in 2016. The purposes of the program are: to expand the vision of the personnel trained in nutrition, nutrition and/or dietetics in line with universal values and country facts and requirements, and in case of impaired health; to adopt the lifelong learning principles with the application knowledge of medical nutrition therapy that the individual needs; to become qualified personnel who have reached professional competence to have acquired national and international recognition, practice and research. The main objective of the program is; to provide education, research, management, and scientific research in the field of innovation for professionals who will respond to the constantly changing and developing nutritional requirements of society by continuing nutrition and dietetics education at the universal standards.
Education Opportunities
Cyprus International University, Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program supports students' academic developments with an up-to-date and rich curriculum. There are 7 different research laboratories including microbiology laboratory, cancer research laboratory and environment research laboratories and anthropometry laboratory, ergonomics and anatomy laboratory, treatment movement laboratory, nursing skill laboratory, pharmacy practice laboratory, neuropsychology laboratory, nutrition principles application laboratory, pharmacy practice laboratory, electrotherapy laboratory offering education and research opportunities together with 19 different training laboratories that are closely related to the healthcare sector and health services. Nutrition and Dietetics graduate program has a strong education program that is compatible with current developments and changes.
Career Areas
Our master program graduates with an undergraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics are offered a number of employment opportunities in both public and private inpatient treatment institutions, rehabilitation centers, remote diagnosis and treatment centers, centers providing education and counseling services (universities, provincial health directorates), health education companies, such as home care service providers, care and rehabilitation centers for the elderly, children and disabled people, sports centers, non-governmental organizations that carry out health projects thanks to the high-quality education they have received. The Nutrition and Dietetics Master’s Program with thesis leads to career development with a diploma of specialization especially for graduates who want to continue as academics at universities.