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Field of study:
Dietetics
Type:
Graduate (Master)
Field of study:
Duration of study:
2 years (4 semesters)
Mode:
full-time
Obtained title:
master’s degree
Language:
English
https://en.uafm.edu.pl/specjalizacja/dietetyka-ii-stopnia/|https://en.uafm.edu.pl|dietetyka-ii-stopnia
English

Why choose this field of study?

Choosing the Master’s program in Dietetics at the Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University means investing in a future-proof education that combines the latest scientific research, clinical practice, and real-world industry demands. You will benefit from:

A cutting-edge curriculum aligned with the newest trends in dietetics, ensuring you stay ahead in your field.

Hands-on experience through laboratory classes, practical dietetic procedures, and modern research methodologies.

Innovative technological tools that support your daily work as a dietitian, including IT solutions for dietary analysis and patient management.

Expert-led learning from experienced professionals with both academic and clinical backgrounds.

What can you do after graduation?

With a Master’s degree in Dietetics, you’ll be fully equipped for a successful career in various settings, such as:

Clinical dietetics – work in hospitals, private clinics, and healthcare centers, designing personalized nutrition plans.
Sports and performance nutrition – support athletes and active individuals with science-based dietary strategies.
Public health and wellness – contribute to nutrition education programs, corporate wellness initiatives, and health policy planning.
Research and academia – conduct studies, contribute to scientific advancements, or teach future generations of dietitians.
Private practice and consulting – start your own business as a professional dietitian, helping clients achieve their health goals

This program is for you if:

You hold a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or a related field in medical and health sciences.
You want to gain advanced knowledge based on the latest clinical research and best practices.

You are looking for practical, hands-on experience to build a strong professional foundation.
You aim to stand out in the job market with cutting-edge skills and technological expertise.

You are passionate about helping others through evidence-based nutrition and want to make a real impact in the field.

Take your career to the next level! Join the Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University and become a highly skilled expert in dietetics!

Programme and structure of studies


they last
2 years (4 semesters)
are worth
124 ECTS credits
(European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System)
end with
master’s degree

.

FIRST YEAR OF STUDY

SEMESTER I
Subject nameCummulative amount of ECTS pointsLecture methodCummulative amount of hours
Occupational Health and Safety08/8
Health and Nutrition Education330/16
Physicochemical and Sensory Properties of Food445/24
Contemporary Trends in Food Technology and Nutrition560/32
Methodology of Nutrition Research430/16
Principles and Organization of Collective Catering and Hospital Nutrition560/32
Information Technologies Supporting Dietitian Practice445/24
Evidence-Based Dietetic Practice (EBM)560/32
SEMESTER II
Subject nameCummulative amount of ECTS pointsLecture methodCummulative amount of hours
Foreign Language (elective)230/16
Food, Nutrition and Health – Lifestyle330/20
Dietary Prevention (Dietoprophylaxis)445/24
Herbal Medicine and Phytotherapy330/16
Shaping Eating Behaviors and Habits330/16
Marketing and Health Promotion330/20
Fundamentals of Clinical Nutrition445/24
Principles of Nutritional Documentation445/24
Geriatric Dietetics445/24
Physical Education030/0

SECOND YEAR OF STUDY

SEMESTER III
Subject nameCummulative amount of ECTS pointsLecture methodCummulative amount of hours
Introduction to Dietetics and Human Nutrition460/32
Foreign Language (elective)330/16
Psychological Determinants of Patient Contact and Relationship545/32
Dietotherapy of Allergic Diseases445/24
Dietotherapy of Metabolic Diseases545/24
Pharmacotherapy and Nutrition – Assessment of Drug–Food Interactions445/24
Diploma Seminar230/16
Professional Practice I (elective)7180/180
Physical Education030/0
SEMESTER IV
Subject nameCummulative amount of ECTS pointsLecture methodCummulative amount of hours
Psychology of Physical Activity and Sport/Nutrition in Oncological Diseases/Clinical Psychology445/24
Nutrition in Sport and Physical Exercise/Enteral Nutrition/Nutritional Management in Eating Disorders560/32
Physiology and Biochemistry of Physical Exercise/Nutrition in Neurodegenerative Diseases/Psychometric Tools Used in Dietetics330/16
Permitted and Prohibited Ergogenic Aids in Sport and Physical Exercise/Motivational Interviewing in Patient WorkFundamentals of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Dietitians330/16
Media Communication – Applications in Sports Dietetics/Dietotherapy in Infectious and Lifestyle Diseases/Basics of Psychological Support345/24
Diploma Seminar530/16
Professional Practice II (elective)7180/180

Tuition fees / Admission guide

Fixed tuition - flexible payments

By choosing to study at UAFM, you can be sure that the tuition fee will not change throughout the duration of your studies. You can pay the tuition fee once for the entire year of study or spread over a semester payment. This allows you to decide how you want to plan your expenses.

Admission guide – here

Fees (academic year 2026/2027)

EU&OTHER COUNTRIES GROUP
Year of studyAnnuallyPer semester*
I2800 €1550 €
II2800 €1550 €
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.
OTHER COUNTRIES
Year of studyAnnuallyPer semester*
I3800 €2050 €
II3800 €2050 €
*Semester payment is possible from the second year of studies.

EU and other countries group
This group includes citizens of the countries member states of the European Union and the following countries citizens: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latin America, Macedonia, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.

Other countries
The citizens of all the remaining countries.

Scholarships - easier than you think

In the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, UAFM in Kraków awarded nearly 500 Rector’s Scholarships.

Any student who has achieved a high grade point average may apply for a merit-based scholarship.

In the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, UAFM in Kraków awarded nearly 500 Rector’s Scholarships in the amount of PLN 1,000 per month, depending on academic performance, or PLN 800 / PLN 1,200 per month, depending on scientific, artistic, or sports achievements.

The scholarship can also be awarded for scientific or artistic publications, participation in scientific research or development work, participation in internships, practical training or courses beyond the study program, participation in scientific conferences, and participation in scientific, artistic competitions, exhibitions, or festivals.

A sports scholarship may be granted to a student who stands out with sporting achievements at least at the national competition level or is a member of the national team. Scholarships may also be awarded to athletes representing the university in academic competitions. A first-year student may receive a scholarship based on sports achievements from the 12 months preceding the start of their studies.

Young athletes may receive financial support in the amount of PLN 800 or PLN 1,200 per month.

A scholarship for students with disabilities may be awarded to a student who holds a certificate of disability, a degree of disability, a ZUS medical certificate, a certificate of classification into an invalidity group, or a certificate of permanent or long-term inability to work on a farm.

In the academic year 2024/2025, depending on the degree of disability, approximately 100 scholarships were awarded for students with disabilities, in amounts ranging from PLN 850 to PLN 1,250 per month. In 2023/2024, about 80 scholarships were awarded in the same amounts.

Emergency financial aid is a form of one-time financial support. Any student who has temporarily found themselves in a difficult life situation due to unforeseen events beyond their control may apply for it. Emergency aid can be awarded twice during one academic year; however, it cannot be granted twice for the same event.

In the academic year 2023/2024, we granted 215 emergency financial aids for a total amount of PLN 389,900. Depending on the student’s situation, the amounts ranged from PLN 500 to PLN 3,500 as a one-time payment.

Academic Year 2023/2024:
· 500 Rector’s Scholarships
· 215 emergency financial aids
· 188 social scholarships
· 83 scholarships for students with disabilities

In 2024, we spent nearly PLN 8,800,000 on scholarships.

 

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