In groups, students address real-world case studies focusing on the links between nutrition and health. Each case is being introduced by the lecturer and presented to the class by the respective group, followed by a class discussion facilitated by the group and the lecturer.
Learning objective
The aim of the course is to improve the students’:
- Understanding of the relationships between nutrition/diets and several major diseases/health outcomes.
- Ability to integrate knowledge on diet/nutrition, health/disease and methodologies in nutrition sciences.
- Ability to make evidence-based decisions/recommendations by gathering and analyzing scientific information.
- Communication and problem solving skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
Lecture notes
Presentation slides, case studies, and relevant literature will be shared.
Literature
Relevant scientific literature will be provided.
Prerequisites / Notice
Students are expected to attend and actively participate in the course, which includes the presentation of a case study (in groups), critical reading of the pertinent literature, and participation in class discussions.
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course