Human Nutrition and Food Science
La formazione ricevuta permetterà ai laureati e alle laureate magistrali di svolgere ruoli di responsabilità nelle aziende alimentari e farmaceutiche, specialmente per quanto riguarda lo sviluppo e la valorizzazione di prodotti alimentari ad elevato impatto nutrizionale (alimenti funzionali, prodotti nutraceutici), la gestione dell'etichettatura e dell'informazione relativa alle indicazioni nutrizionali e sulla salute (health claims) e lo sviluppo dei sistemi di certificazione. I laureati e le laureate potranno, inoltre, trovare
impiego nelle aziende di ristorazione e ristorazione ospedaliera, specialmente per l'implementazione di sistemi integrati di gestione per la qualità del servizio erogato, negli organismi pubblici e privati preposti ai controlli, nelle istituzioni che si occupano degli effetti dell'alimentazione sulla salute e sul benessere degli individui, negli enti di ricerca in campo alimentare e nutrizionale e, infine, nelle attività di formazione, educazione, divulgazione e pubblicistica in tema di nutrizione, qualità e sicurezza degli alimenti.
Nutrizionista
Funzione in un contesto di lavoro:
La figura professionale di nutrizionista formata da questo corso di laurea opera a tutti i livelli del sistema alimentare (dalla formulazione di alimenti alla loro distribuzione, dalla ristorazione allo sviluppo di sani stili di alimentazione che risultino anche sostenibili dal punto di vista ambientale e accettabili per i diversi target di consumatori) con la finalità di renderlo idoneo alla promozione della salute umana realizzando un approccio distinto e integrato a quello sanitario.
Competenze associate alla funzione:
Rientrano nelle competenze del laureato in Alimentazione e nutrizione Umana:
a) lo sviluppo, la formulazione e la valorizzazione di prodotti alimentari ad elevato impatto nutrizionale (alimenti funzionali, alimenti destinati ad una alimentazione particolare e a fini medici speciali, integratori alimentari);
b) la gestione dell'etichettatura e delle informazioni relative alle indicazioni nutrizionali (nutritional claims) e più in generale dei vari aspetti della comunicazione;
c) la ricerca e la documentazione degli effetti salutistici degli alimenti e dei componenti alimentari (health claims);
d) la valutazione della qualità nutrizionale e sensoriale e la gestione della sicurezza e dell'idoneità degli alimenti per il consumo,
e) la proposta e verifica di protocolli dietetici per una corretta alimentazione finalizzata al mantenimento di un ottimale stato di salute,
f) l'impostazione e la gestione di programmi di educazione alimentare rivolti alla popolazione generale o a specifici gruppi;
g) la collaborazione a indagini sui consumi alimentari e a programmi di sorveglianza nutrizionale;
h) le ricerche di mercato e le relative attività in relazione alla produzione alimentare e allo studio dei trend di consumo;
i) la ricerca e lo sviluppo nel settore dell'alimentazione e nutrizione umana;
l) la formazione degli operatori del settore agro-alimentare nel settore della qualità e sicurezza
Sbocchi occupazionali:
Nelle aziende alimentari e farmaceutiche i laureati in Alimentazione e Nutrizione Umana svolgono ruoli di responsabilità, per quanto riguarda lo sviluppo e la valorizzazione di prodotti alimentari ad elevato impatto nutrizionale (alimenti funzionali, alimenti destinati ad una alimentazione particolare e a fini medici speciali, integratori nutrizionali), la gestione della sicurezza e dell'idoneità degli alimenti per il consumo, la valutazione della qualità nutrizionale e sensoriale, nonché la gestione dei vari aspetti della comunicazione verso un pubblico generale o specialistico. Inoltre stabiliscono, tenendo conto delle normative comunitarie, le informazioni relative alle indicazioni nutrizionali (nutrition claims), indirizzano la ricerca e documentano gli effetti salutistici degli alimenti e dei component alimentari (health claims).
Nelle aziende di distribuzione e di ristorazione, in particolare istituzionale, svolgono attività di programmazione, gestione, controllo, coordinamento e formazione, implementando sistemi integrati di gestione per la qualità del servizio erogato, sia esso pubblico o privato.
Nelle istituzioni che si occupano degli effetti dell'alimentazione e nutrizione sulla salute umana svolgono ruoli di responsabilità, coordinamento, consulenza e ricerca. Possiedono inoltre le competenze per verificare la corretta assunzione di alimenti per raggiungere i livelli ottimali di nutrienti per il mantenimento dello stato di salute a livello di gruppi e di singoli individui, e per progettare e condurre attività di educazione alimentare, formazione, divulgazione e pubblicistica.
I laureati che avranno crediti in numero sufficiente in opportuni gruppi di settori potranno, come previsto dalla legislazione vigente, partecipare alle prove di ammissione per i concorsi di formazione per l'insegnamento secondario.
Employment statistics (Almalaurea)
Applicants to the programme must have adequate basic knowledge. More specifically, they must hold a university degree obtained by 31 December 2025, in classes L-26, L-2, L-13, L-29, in health professions classes L-SNT3 (Dietitian only) and L-SNT4 (Environment and workplace prevention technician only), or in classes 20, 1, 12 and 24, and health professions classes SNT/3 e SNT/4 under the previous regulations. In addition to a degree in the above listed classes, at least 50 credits will be required as additional curricular requirements in the following academic fields, covering biology, biochemistry, nutrition, hygiene, food technologies and microbiology: BIO/01, 03, 09, 10, 12, 13, 16, CHIM/06, CHIM/10, AGR/15, AGR/16, MED/07, MED/42, MED/49 and similar.
Proficiency in English at a B1 level or higher under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is required for admission.
The B1-level requirement will be ascertained by the University Language Centre (SLAM) upon admission as follows:
- Language certificate at or above B1, obtained no more than three years earlier. For the list of language certificates recognized by the University please review: (https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39267). The certificate must be uploaded when submitting the online application;
- English level achieved during a University of Milan degree programme and certified by the University Language Centre (SLAM) no more than four years before the date of admission application, including levels based on language certificates submitted by the applicants during their Bachelor's degree at the University of Milan. In this case the process is automatic, the applicant does not have to attach any certificates to the application;
- Entry test administrated by the University Language Centre (SLAM) according to the calendar published on the website: (https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39267)
All those who fail to submit a valid certificate or do not meet the required proficiency level will be instructed during the admission procedure to take the Entry test.
Applicants who do not take or pass the Entry test will be required to obtain a language proficiency certificate recognized by the University (see: https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39322) and deliver it to the SLAM via the InformaStudenti service by the deadline fixed for the master's programme (https://www.unimi.it/en/node/39267/).
Applicants who do not meet the requirement by said deadline will not be admitted to the master's degree programme and may not sit any further tests.
Admission assessment
Admission into the degree programme is capped in order to meet high-quality teaching standards relative to the available resources.
There are 150 places available for enrolment in the first year, plus 10 places for non-EU students residing abroad.
Access to the programme is regulated by a compulsory test aimed at ascertaining the initial skills of the candidates, with a view to successfully completing their course of studies.
All applicants will be required to take the test, including transfer students from other universities, students who completed one or more courses of the Human nutrition and food science programme as single courses, and graduate students.
The Academic Board will decide into which year to admit the student, and may award any transfer credits for their previous career.
The test will assess knowledge and skills in the following areas:
1) biochemistry, biology and human physiology;
2) nutritional properties and fundamentals of nutrition and food science;
3) principles of food preservation and processing;
4) main microbiological aspects related to the quality and safety of food preparation, storage and
distribution.
The test is selective in nature. Therefore, in order to be admitted into the Human nutrition and food science programme, candidates must:
a) achieve a score higher than the threshold set by the Board;
b) rank high enough in the merit ranking based on individual test scores;
c) meet all admission requirements (degree, 50 credits earned in relevant academic fields,
B1 level in English) by 31 December 2025.
For admission tests, there are two separate sessions:
FIRST SESSION - July 2025, for candidates who have already graduated and meet curricular requirements or expect to meet them by 30 July.
SECOND SESSION - September 2025, for upcoming graduates and candidates who do not yet meet curricular requirements. These must be met by 31 December 2025.
Graduates who have not taken or passed the admission test in July will be admitted to the September session.
For test details including dates, time, venue and delivery modes, please refer to the call for applications posted to the page https://alimentazionenutrizione.cdl.unimi.it/it/iscriversi
For non-EU, non-resident students with foreign qualifications, applications will be assessed based on the qualifications, and possibly an online interview. Further information will be included in the call for applications.
The Academic Board will appoint an admission board made up of at least three instructors from the degree programme, which will conduct the admission procedures.
In order to facilitate access to the degree programme and allow students to fill any learning gaps or hone knowledge and skills required for admission, applicants to the programme are offered a dedicated annual course: "Fundamentals of nutrition and food science" (12 credits).
It is underlined that this course does not fall within the scope of those with independent choice.
Places available: 150 + 10 reserved for non-EU citizens
Call for applications
Please refer to the call for admission test dates and contents, and how to register.
Session: 1
Application for admission: from 13/03/2025 to 30/06/2025
Application for matriculation: from 16/07/2025 to 23/07/2025
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - NOTICE
The call for applications is the only official document for admission to degree programmes. Please read it carefully. If you are reading this notice is because the call is available only in Italian as the programme is offered in Italian. Students wishing to enrol must be proficient in Italian.
Session: 2
Application for admission: from 07/08/2025 to 29/08/2025
Application for matriculation: from 11/12/2025 to 19/12/2025
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - NOTICE
The call for applications is the only official document for admission to degree programmes. Please read it carefully. If you are reading this notice is because the call is available only in Italian as the programme is offered in Italian. Students wishing to enrol must be proficient in Italian.
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Biochemistry of Food, Nutrition, and Metabolic Diseases | 9 | 72 | Italian | BIO/10 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Food Preservation and Processing | 8 | 64 | Italian | AGR/15 |
| Microbial Quality and Safety in Food and Ecology of Human Microbiota | 7 | 56 | Italian | AGR/16 |
| Structure and Function of Organic Molecules in Food | 6 | 60 | Italian | CHIM/06 |
| Optional | ||||
| Fundamentals of Nutrition and Food Science | 12 | 96 | Italian | AGR/15 AGR/16 MED/49 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Applied Nutrition | 7 | 64 | Italian | MED/49 |
| Economics and Psychology of Food Consumptions | 8 | 72 | Italian | AGR/01 M-PSI/01 |
| Human Physiology | 7 | 56 | Italian | BIO/09 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| English Proficiency B2 (3 ECTS) | 3 | 0 | English | NN |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Nutrition-Related Diseases | 10 | 88 | Italian | MED/04 MED/13 |
| - Fisiopatologia | 5 | 40 | MED/04 | |
| - Sistematica e prevenzione | 5 | 48 | MED/13 | |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Evaluation of Nutritional Status and Principles of Dietetics and Diet Therapy | 13 | 128 | Italian | BIO/09 M-PSI/08 MED/49 |
| - Principi di dietetica, dietoterapia e counseling nutrizionale | 7 | 72 | M-PSI/08,MED/49 | |
| - Valutazione dello stato di nutrizione | 6 | 56 | BIO/09 | |
| Nutrition for Health Promotion | 6 | 56 | Italian | MED/49 |
| Nutritional Epidemiology and Biostatistics | 6 | 56 | Italian | MED/01 |
| Optional | ||||
| Nutraceuticals and Drugs in Cardiovascular Prevention | 4 | 40 | Italian | BIO/14 |
| Nutrition Communication and Education | 4 | 40 | Italian | MED/45 MED/49 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | ||||
| Feeding Throughout Pediatric Age | 4 | 32 | Italian | MED/38 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||||
| Final Exam | 22 | 0 | Italian | NN |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | Lesson period | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutraceuticals and Drugs in Cardiovascular Prevention | 4 | 40 | Italian | First semester | BIO/14 |
| Nutrition Communication and Education | 4 | 40 | Italian | First semester | MED/45 MED/49 |
| Feeding Throughout Pediatric Age | 4 | 32 | Italian | Second semester | MED/38 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | ||||
| Molecular Bases of Taste | 4 | 32 | English | CHIM/06 |
| Courses or activities | Max ECTS | Total hours | Language | Lesson period | SSD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Bases of Taste | 4 | 32 | English | First semester | CHIM/06 |
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