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Nutrition Case Studies
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:43
Abstract
In groups, students address real-world case studies focusing on the links between nutrition and health. Each case is being introduced by the lecturer and presented to the class by the respective group, followed by a class discussion facilitated by the group and the lecturer.
Objective
The aim of the course is to improve the students’: - Understanding of the relationships between nutrition/diets and several major diseases/health outcomes. - Ability to integrate knowledge on diet/nutrition, health/disease and methodologies in nutrition sciences. - Ability to make evidence-based decisions/recommendations by gathering and analyzing scientific information. - Communication and problem solving skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Presentation slides, case studies, and relevant literature will be shared.
Literature
Relevant scientific literature will be provided.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC , NDS , WBZ
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Nutrition Case Studies |
|
2 h weekly |