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Nutrition degrees in Ghana

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Nutrition and food Science BSc

University of Ghana Ghana

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Study a Nutrition degree in Ghana in 2025

Nutrition studies, sometimes also titled food and nutrition or nutrition science, is a scientific area of study that looks at nutrients, and the effects of those nutrients. As a nutrition scientist, you will gain a scientific understanding of different nutrients can do, which foods they can be found in, and how much of each nutrient humans should be consuming. You might also gain an insight into the current state of food and culture around the world, and how society is affecting the nutritional choices people are making every day.

While studying a Nutrition degree, you will cover a variety of topics around the subject area. Some examples you could study are:

  • Cell Biology
  • Food Science and Nutrition
  • Biochemistry
  • Food Analysis and Quality Control
  • Nutrition and Dietetics

Study in Ghana

Ghana is home to beautiful secluded, palm lined beaches, a melting pot of cultures, a strong democracy and rapidly improving socioeconomic conditions. Ghana's official language is English, meaning that all university courses are taught in one of the worlds most widely spoken languages. This also means that international students will find it easy to immerse themselves in their studies and the local culture. Ghana boasts many accredited university and polytechnic institutions, all of which are able to grant degrees to international students.

See our detailed guide to studying in Ghana for international students.

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