Undergraduate Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

Become an expert in nutrition and well-being capable of transforming lives through a rich, varied and personalised diet. Design adapted nutritional plans in a society that is increasingly aware of the relationship between food and health.

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Discover the distance learning Undergraduate Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

In the Undergraduate Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics at our university, you will prepare to practice as a Dietitian-Nutritionist in accordance with Law 44/2003 and Order CIN/730/2009. Our program offers rigorous and complete training, which will allow you to promote health and treat nutrition-related diseases.

In addition, we are pioneers in integrating the Nutritional Care Process (NCP) into the curriculum of the Nutrition and Dietetics degree, an approach aligned with international demands that will allow you to develop a specialised clinical profile. You will also receive training in entrepreneurship in the health and nutrition sector, so that you have the necessary tools to innovate and lead your own projects.

Our blended format will allow you to combine your studies with work experience, and you will have access to laboratory internships that will help you apply your knowledge in a practical environment. With this preparation, you will be ready to face the challenges of the professional world with confidence and experience.

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The degree at a glance

  • Official university degree
  • 240 ECTS credits
  • Start: October 2025
  • Duration: 4 years
  • 100% online with recorded live classes
  • Language: Spanish
  • Validation of credits for professional experience
  • Flexible, practical and professional skills-focused methodology
Accredited certifications
No cut-off mark
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Stand out from the crowd with UTAMED

With UTAMED 's degree in nutrition and dietetics, you don't need to wait to finish your studies to start standing out in the job market. In each year, we offer a practical subject with applied workshops, designed to develop highly valued skills. Each year, you will obtain a certification that will strengthen your professional profile, and upon graduation, you will have a global certificate adapted to the demands of your sector.

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Global certificate
Catering and Gastronomy in Nutrition
Year 1 certificate

Anthropological and Cultural Approaches to Food.

Year 2 certificate

Culinary Techniques and Gastronomy in Nutrition.

Year 3 certificate

Catering in Communities.

Year 4 certificate

Food Business Management.

Meet the team of experts for the distance Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

You will learn from a teaching faculty with solid professional experience and active participation in real projects together with leading companies and organisations.

María García Rodríguez
María García Rodríguez
Department Head

Doctorate in Biosciences specialised in public and community health. Professional, teaching and research experience in the development of diagnostic and risk tools in vulnerable contexts.

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Andrea del Saz Lara

Graduate in Biochemistry and Doctorate in Social and Health Research. Specialises in cellular and molecular biology, with teaching and research experience.

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Sandra Zafrilla Sánchez

Pre-doctoral researcher and university lecturer. Nutritionist with 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical companies focused on clinical services specialising in nutrition education.

Advanced laboratories and virtual environments in the Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

In our nutrition and dietetics programme you will have state-of-the-art facilities designed to offer you a unique training experience. Our newly equipped laboratories will allow you to carry out advanced practices in food analysis, evaluation of nutritional status and design of dietary plans with the most current tools.

In addition, our simulation classrooms, both face-to-face and virtual, recreate real clinical and community scenarios so that you can develop practical skills in a safe and controlled environment. Through software specialised in nutrition, you will learn to manage databases, plan personalised diets and apply the latest methodologies in the field of food and health.

Prepare for the future of nutrition with practical, technological training adapted to the needs of the sector.

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Why study nutrition at UTAMED?

Training in evaluation of nutritional status

You will learn the basics of nutrition, being able to analyse the nutritional status of people, using assessment methods that will guide effective dietary interventions

Knowledge of planning personalised diets

You will be able to design diet plans adapted to individual needs, considering the pathology, health objectives and food preferences of the patient.

Development of skills in nutrition education

You will learn communication and motivation techniques to educate in nutrition, promoting positive changes in the eating habits of various population groups.

Interdisciplinary projects with companies

You will have the opportunity to work on real projects with companies in the sector, collaborating with them during your training and acquiring unique knowledge and experience.

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Companies collaborating with the distance Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

The entities collaborating with the undergraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics, references in the clinical, food and health field, contribute their specialised knowledge so that the curriculum reflects the real needs of the sector. Their collaboration guarantees rigorous, up to date and practice-oriented training.

Internships for the Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

In the distance Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at UTAMED, internships are a key part of your training. You will be able to apply your knowledge in companies in the health sector, clinics and specialised laboratories, preparing you to face the professional challenges of a constantly evolving sector.

Guaranteed internships

Put what you learned in the degree in nutrition and dietetics into practice. Work with experienced professionals and build your network to boost your future.

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+500 partner companies

UTAMED has agreements with leading companies in nutrition, health and well-being. These collaborations give you the opportunity to grow in innovative and specialised environments.

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Advanced tutoring

An academic tutor and a work tutor will guide your internship in nutrition and dietetics to develop the skills that will make you stand out in the world of human nutrition.

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Documentation for the Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

Regulations and documentation regarding degree quality assurance
Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
CSG Mailbox
Documentation of the degree
RUCT
Regulations
Memory
Verification Resolution by the Council of Universities
Authorisation of implementation by the Autonomous Community
Official publication of degrees - BOE
Publication of study plans - BOE
Credit recognition
General information on credit recognition
Credit recognition system
Degree results
Data and results obtained from the degree
Academic calendar
Academic calendar 25-26

*All documents are in Spanish

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Nutrition and Dietetics programme FAQs

Is it necessary to complete internships during the training for the Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics?

The distance Undergraduate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics includes internships in companies in the sector, which are carried out throughout the course. In addition, laboratory training allows you to apply the knowledge acquired in real situations, which is essential for complete professional preparation.

Is it possible to validate subjects if you have previous related training?

Yes, UTAMED offers the option of validating credits for professional experience or previous training, which can accelerate your career in nutrition and dietetics.

What is the ideal profile of a nutrition and dietetics student?

The ideal profile of a student of the Undergraduate Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics is a person interested in health, food and well-being, with the skills to work with data and in planning personalised diets. In addition, you must have good communication skills, especially to educate others about healthy habits and nutrition.

What skills and competencies are developed in this degree?

In the online Undergraduate Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, students develop competencies in assessing nutritional status, designing personalised diets and nutritional education. They also acquire skills in the use of technologies and in the management of dietary services. The degree promotes both clinical training and entrepreneurship in the field of nutrition.