Zayed University

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasises advanced nutrition science, applied nutrition practice and public health nutrition. Students undertake applied, evidence-based research and community interventions addressing lifestyle diseases, community health and sustainable nutrition policy. The programme provides access to laboratory infrastructure for body composition analysis and tools for dietary assessment and food composition. Study and research opportunities include collaborative projects and publications aligned with national health strategies.

Entry requirements

The public programme materials reference a graduate admissions process and specific programme admission requirements but do not list detailed eligibility criteria on the provided page. Prospective applicants should consult the university admissions pages or contact the Graduate Program Coordinator for exact academic and documentary requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles across clinical, community and public health nutrition, regulatory and food-safety functions, and policy-oriented positions supporting healthier communities and sustainable food systems. The programme highlights institutional links with regional health authorities, hospitals and NGOs—naming partners such as the Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dubai Health, Pure Health and Imperial College London Diabetes Center—that create pathways into public health campaigns, clinical collaboration and applied research.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page points to discoverable financial support opportunities and a tuition fee payment plan; applicants are advised to review Zayed University’s financial support listings and contact the university for scholarship, payment-plan or assistantship options relevant to this master’s programme.