Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition
Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition
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Duration1 curso
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Credits60
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Start dateOctubre 2025
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Modality
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Integrating nutrition and cooking to transform the way we eat
The University Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition has been designed to address a growing need: to integrate nutritional knowledge with professional culinary practice and to place cooking at the service of health, prevention and wellbeing.
The programme provides advanced, applied training that brings together clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, healthy and inclusive cooking, the development of functional products and personalised nutrition. Students acquire the skills required to design and adapt gastronomic proposals based on rigorous nutritional criteria, without compromising sensory quality or operational feasibility.
The teaching approach is practical and professionally oriented, combining face-to-face classes, culinary workshops and case study analysis linked to collective catering, commercial food service and the food industry.
The master’s programme prepares professionals capable of bridging cuisine and health, offering solutions to current challenges such as population ageing, the rise in chronic diseases and the growing demand for healthy, sustainable and inclusive food.
Who is the University Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition at CETT-UB aimed at?
The University Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition is aimed at professionals who wish to specialise or redirect their career towards the field of applied culinary nutrition, with a clear professional outlook.
It is particularly designed for:
- Graduates in Culinary Sciences and Culinary Arts who wish to acquire a solid foundation in nutrition and innovation in applied healthy eating.
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Graduates and degree holders in Human Nutrition and Dietetics who want to deepen their understanding of cooking as a therapeutic tool and as a means of dietary prescription.
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Graduates in Health Sciences (nursing, pharmacy, biomedical sciences, physiotherapy, etc.) interested in nutritional intervention from a practical and culinary perspective.
- Culinary and gastronomy professionals (chefs, cooks and head chefs) working in environments that offer healthy gastronomic options adapted to groups with specific requirements.
- Professionals from the food industry and collective catering sector, particularly in healthcare, social or educational settings.
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Individuals with proven professional experience in the food or gastronomy sector who wish to progress towards roles linked to health, innovation and product development.
- The master’s programme also admits students without a university degree, in accordance with current regulations, provided they can demonstrate relevant professional experience.
What makes the Master’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition at CETT-UB different?
This master’s programme stands out because it does not approach nutrition and cooking as separate disciplines, but rather as a single system for health intervention. Cooking is not a complement; it is the central tool.
The key distinguishing features are:
- A culinary approach applied to clinical nutrition: it goes beyond prescribing diets, teaching how to transform them into real, viable dishes that are accepted by patients or consumers.
- Direct connection with the professional environment: healthcare catering, collective food services, the food industry, food service and the development of healthy products.
- An integrative vision of health–gastronomy–innovation: combining evidence-based nutrition, culinary techniques, food technology and emerging trends.
- Focus on real-world challenges: chronic diseases, population ageing, intolerances, personalised nutrition, sustainability and behavioural change in eating habits.
- A hybrid professional profile: professionals capable of engaging with healthcare specialists, chefs, industry professionals and managers, providing practical solutions.
CETT-UB awarded 4 stars in the QS Stars rating
CETT-UB has been awarded four stars in the QS Stars audit by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a leading British company specialising in the analysis of higher education institutions worldwide. The highest rating (five stars) was achieved in the categories of Teaching and Employability.
Why CETT-UB?
CETT-UB is an institute with a strong academic reputation: it is supported by the University of Barcelona, scores high in international rankings, has more than 56 years of experience and over 22,000 alumni, guaranteeing prestige and educational quality.
You will study in an international environment: every year, the campus receives more than 1,200 students from over 75 countries who choose CETT to train in tourism, hospitality and gastronomy. This cultural diversity, together with academic mobility opportunities, will enrich your learning experience and prepare you for a global career in the tourism industry.
CETT-UB has a close relationship with the tourism industry, ensuring that your training will be consistent with the needs of the labor market. As the institute has more than 1,000 agreements with companies in the sector, you will have access to employment and internship opportunities. A high percentage of CETT graduates also find employment in the sector, which demonstrates the quality and relevance of our training.
At CETT-UB, you will learn through real challenges and projects. You will have the opportunity to participate in national and international awards and competitions, which will allow you to make your mark and develop your skills with a global perspective.
The CETT Campus has learning spaces that reflect the reality of the sector: such as the Hotel Universitario Alimara, the Aula Restaurant, Espai Fòrum and the Ágora BCN residence. You will be able to apply your knowledge in real work environments, connect with active professionals and develop innovative projects.
Campus CETT
Training Center
Building
Reception
Resource center
Career Services
Theoretical teaching classrooms
Technical Classrooms
Pre-preparation Classroom
Cooking Workshop
Techno-Culinary Classroom
Research and Innovation Space
Demonstration Kitchen Classroom
UB-Bullipedia Space
Sommeliers Classrooms
Reception Classroom
Computer Classrooms
Applied Technology Classrooms
Restaurant Classroom
Forum Space
Kitchen Classroom
Alimara University Hotel
Reception
Summum Restaurant
Event Rooms
Garden
Rooms
Àgora BCN University Residence
Reception
Rooms
Dining Room
Leisure Room
Gym
Activity Rooms
Garden
CETT International Support
Because we understand the challenges of living in a new environment, the CETT-UB Campus offers the International Relations Office (ORI), dedicated to guiding, advising and supporting international Master’s students.
The ORI team will provide you with relevant information on practical aspects of life in Barcelona, such as registering with the local council (empadronamiento), applying for your foreign identity number (NIE), or finding accommodation in the city.
Administrative procedures related to your academic stay
The ORI team will provide you with up-to-date information on the procedures you will need to complete once you are in the city, guiding you on essential documents such as the foreign identity number (NIE), local registration (padrón), or your university ID card.
Languages
Si tu lengua materna no es el castellano, el equipo de ORI te proporcionará consejos sobre cómo y dónde aprenderlo. También te indicarán dónde aprender catalán, lo que te facilitará tu integración en la vida diaria de la ciudad. Además, podrás fortalecer el castellano a través de los cursos certificados que ofrece nuestro Departamento de Idiomas del CETT-UB. Por el contrario, si lo que quieres es practicar de manera informal cualquier otro idioma, podrás participar de manera gratuita en nuestro programa de intercambio lingüístico entre estudiantes del CETT-UB.
If Spanish is not your first language, the ORI team will provide guidance on how and where to learn it. They will also advise you on learning Catalan, helping you integrate into daily life in the city. In addition, you can improve your Spanish through certified courses offered by the CETT-UB Language Department. Alternatively, if you wish to practise other languages informally, you can take part free of charge in our CETT-UB student language exchange programme.
Contact the International Office
Internships and Employment
During the Master’s in Sustainable Gastronomy, you will have the opportunity to undertake internships with leading companies and institutions, allowing you to develop new skills and apply the knowledge gained throughout the programme.
The Career Services department will guide you on the different types of internships available to you.
Internships are offered in two formats
Curricular internships: linked to subjects within your programme and forming part of the academic curriculum; therefore, they are compulsory.
Extracurricular internships: not included in the study plan and undertaken on a voluntary basis.
Internships are carried out through university–company cooperation agreements and are supervised by lecturers who are experts in each field.
CETT-UB will support you in securing the opportunities best suited to your professional profile and motivations, from the more than 900 company requests we receive each year. We will also help you make contact and guide you in accessing companies and institutions aligned with your career goals.
Convenios de cooperación
As a distinctive feature within the market, CETT-UB includes its own group of companies dedicated to education and the provision of high-quality hospitality and tourism services, allowing you to apply your practical knowledge without leaving the campus:
- Hotel Alimara
- Àgora BCN University Residence
- Aula Restaurant
- Summum Restaurant & Bar
If you would like more information, please visit the Career Services section, contact us via email at [email protected], or visit us on the first floor of the Campus.
Career Opportunities
- Expert in inclusive and healthy cuisine or health chef in healthcare settings.
- Consultant in inclusive, healthy and therapeutic cuisine for healthcare centres or food service companies.
- Expert in culinary therapy for specialised practice.
- Expert in inclusive and healthy cuisine for R&D&i in the food industry.
- Training in healthy and inclusive cuisine and culinary innovation.
Student Services
Students will have access to a wide range of services designed to make their academic experience truly unique.
The CETT Campus offers an outstanding selection of dining options, including Espai Fòrum, the Aula Restaurant and the Hotel Alimara. It also features a multidisciplinary Resource Centre with a wide range of books, tools and digital spaces to support and enhance learning beyond the classroom.
With the CETT-UB App, you will be able to access the Virtual Campus and enjoy the full campus experience at your fingertips.
Other services that may be of interest to you
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Career Services
The Career Services department provides guidance and support in securing internships and job opportunities with leading companies in the sector. It offers an extensive job and internship board.
Its services include:
- Defining your professional milestones: in-depth analysis of your initial profile, setting realistic goals, monitoring your roadmap, and guidance in designing and developing your personalised career plan.
- Design and development of key tools for engaging with the job market: review and editing of CVs and cover letters, letters of recommendation, access to key research channels and job and internship opportunities, management of job offers and speculative applications, and application follow-up.
- Personalised training: guidance on job searching, mock interviews and feedback, competency-based interview preparation, and support in preparing presentations so you can better understand company expectations.
- Networking and engagement activities: corporate presentations during your studies, masterclasses focused on strategic sectors, corporate challenges and dynamics, and career fairs.
- Exclusive Job Center: access to a wide range of job and internship opportunities, as well as tracking of submitted applications.
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CETT Alumni
The CETT Alumni Association’s main mission is to strengthen connections among former students by creating a professional network that offers a range of benefits in the professional, educational and social spheres.
The main objectives of CETT Alumni are:
- To promote continuous professional development at all levels, facilitating access to the job market, career progression and lifelong learning. It also aims to create an ideal environment for the exchange of knowledge and experiences among alumni, offering the association as a meeting point within the professional world.
- To encourage knowledge sharing and networking through conferences, talks, networking dinners and expert sessions. CETT Alumni aspires to be a centre of opinion and influence within the tourism sector.
- To establish partnerships with other organisations, fostering synergies that generate value for its alumni members.
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Accommodation
CETT-UB has a student residence, Àgora BCN, offering affordable rates for the CETT-UB student community. We also have our own four-star hotel, Hotel Alimara, where you, your family and friends can benefit from special offers and discounts.
CETT Facilities
El campus CETT está situado en el barrio de Horta de Barcelona. Está formado por la CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy, el Hotel Alimara Barcelona y la Àgora BCN Residencia Universitaria Internacional.
The CETT Campus is located in the Horta district of Barcelona. It comprises the CETT Barcelona School of Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy, the Hotel Alimara Barcelona, and the Àgora BCN International University Residence.
