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Nutrition degrees in Turkey

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Nutrition and Dietetics BSc

Istanbul Bilgi University Turkey

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Study a Nutrition degree in Turkey 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

Turkey

There are nearly 200 universities in Turkey, in large cities and towns, with plenty to explore around them. Most university buildings and campuses are relatively modern, and in the larger cities, such as Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, you'll find more than enough nightlife, culture and entertainment to keep you occupied during your down-time. There are several of Turkey's universities that are consistently included in the QS World University rankings top 1,000.

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

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