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Bachelor

Nutrition and Fitness

Build healthier communities through evidence-based fitness science, nutrition strategy, and lifestyle coaching.

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Overview

UNI - Universum International College combines academic excellence with global empowerment through its partnership with Arizona State University. The Nutrition and Fitness program prepares students to connect movement, nutrition, and health science into practical interventions for individuals, teams, and communities.

Duration3 years
Total Credits181 ECTS
FormatCampus / Online
LanguageAlbanian

Program Objectives

  • Learn anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and human nutrition with applied scientific depth.
  • Develop practical coaching and personal-training methods for fitness and wellbeing outcomes.
  • Apply sports nutrition, weight-management, and rehabilitation principles in real scenarios.
  • Use data, assessment, and communication tools to personalize client plans and progress tracking.
  • Strengthen ethical, legal, and professional standards for modern fitness and nutrition practice.
Curriculum

Academic path

Year 1

61 ECTS
Semester 132 ECTS
  • Anatomy and Physiology
    6
  • Introduction to Fitness and Nutrition
    5
  • General Chemistry
    6
  • Mathematics with Statistics
    6
  • Basic Human Nutrition
    7
  • Study Skills
    2
Semester 229 ECTS
  • Human Growth and Development
    6
  • Sports Nutrition
    6
  • Biophysical Values of Activity
    4
  • Nutritional Biochemistry
    7
  • Exercise Science: Kinesiology
    6

Academic path

Year 2

60 ECTS
Semester 330 ECTS
  • Coaching and Personal Training - Activity
    5
  • Health and Wellness
    5
  • Psychology of Physical Activity
    5
  • Weight Management and Obesity
    5
  • Sports Medicine
    5
  • Elective (choose 1): History of Fitness, Food Technology, Food Preservation and Hygiene, Health and Physical Activity Promotion, Neuromechanical Basics of Movement, Activities in Nature
    5
Semester 430 ECTS
  • Biomechanics of Sports
    6
  • Coaching and Personal Training - Nutrition
    6
  • Adapted Physical Conditioning
    6
  • Ethical and Legal Issues in Fitness and Nutrition
    6
  • Elective (choose 1): Communication and Leadership, History of Fitness, Food Technology, Food Preservation and Hygiene, Health and Physical Activity Promotion, Neuromechanical Basics of Movement, Activities in Nature
    6

Academic path

Year 3

60 ECTS
Semester 530 ECTS
  • Injury Prevention
    6
  • Advanced Nutrition
    5
  • Sports and Fitness for Specific Groups
    5
  • Applied Lifestyle Coaching
    5
  • Sports Rehabilitation
    5
  • Elective (choose 2 from the list): Health Community Engagement, Community Nutrition, Public Health and Nutrition, Learning and Behavior, Sports Management, Food Safety and Sanitation
    4
Semester 630 ECTS
  • Medical Nutritional Therapy
    6
  • Exercise and Aging
    6
  • Internship
    8
  • Thesis
    10

What UNI students gain and experience with Arizona State University

Arizona State University is incorporated in all student experiences and programs, by providing:

ASU "What Is Innovation?" certificate course
Master Class from Arizona State University faculty
Learn English at Arizona State University
ASU English Courses
Arizona State University Summer Experience
ASU Global Exchanges
Global Signature Courses
Short-term immersion programs at ASU partner universities
Online Courses and Workshops by Arizona State University
Courses directly from Thunderbird School of Global Management
ASU Venture X - Startup
ASU Endstar Game

Why Study Nutrition and Fitness at UNI - Universum International College

Knowledge

  • Understand human anatomy, physiology, growth, and metabolism in fitness and nutrition contexts.
  • Explain sports nutrition, health promotion, and wellness planning for different population groups.
  • Apply evidence-based principles in injury prevention, weight management, and nutritional therapy.

Skills

  • Design practical fitness and nutrition plans adapted to individual goals and needs.
  • Use assessment methods to monitor physical performance, body composition, and progress.
  • Develop coaching, communication, and client-support skills in wellness and sports settings.

Competencies

  • Work in multidisciplinary teams focused on public health, fitness, and lifestyle improvement.
  • Integrate ethical practice and professional standards in nutrition and fitness advising.
  • Plan career pathways in sports centers, wellness clinics, and independent coaching practice.

Study Abroad with Scholarships

Study for a semester abroad—funded by Erasmus+ in 26 EU countries or worldwide through Arizona State University partner universities.

190partners across Europe and Turkey
International partner map will be added soon.

Career opportunities

  • Fitness coach and personal trainer roles in health clubs, studios, and sports organizations.
  • Nutrition and wellness advisor opportunities in preventive-health and lifestyle settings.
  • Career pathways in rehabilitation support, public-health promotion, and performance programs.

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