Human Nutrition (Nutriție umană) — Master, Cycle II

Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy · Chisinau, Moldova

Master's Degree (Cycle II, professionalization master), Master of Public Health, ISCED level 7Romanian120 ECTS2 yearsOn CampusFull-time

The Human Nutrition (Nutriție umană) — Master, Cycle II programme at Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Not Officially Published) is a Master's Degree (Cycle II, professionalization master), Master of Public Health, ISCED level 7 program delivered in Romanian over a duration of 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS). This programme offers comprehensive training in nutritional sciences, covering human metabolism, clinical nutrition, food science, and dietary planning for health and disease prevention. Students develop skills in nutritional assessment, diet programme design, and evidence-based nutrition counselling. Graduates pursue careers in healthcare settings, food industry, sports nutrition, wellness centres, and public health organisations.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students)
€1,500/year
Tuition (Non-EU students)
€1,500/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students)
2026-08-15
Application deadlines (Non-EU students)
2026-08-15
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
120
Language
Romanian
Study format
On Campus
Starts
1 September 2026 (autumn intake); 1 February 2027 (spring intake)
Intake
Two intakes: Autumn semester admission session (studies start 1 September 2026) and Spring semester admission session (studies start 1 February 2027)

Language requirements

Required proficiency

Romanian-taught programme: certificate of Romanian proficiency required; minimum accepted level for applying is B2 (CEFR). Romanian is a compulsory part of the curriculum for all students.

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree diploma (Cycle I) or an equivalent document of higher education (basis of admission stated in the official study plan). Admission contest per Admission Regulations: interview assessing professional motivation and communication skills (admitted/not admitted) and competition average. Programme trains specialists in nutrition, prevention of nutrition-related conditions, community education and nutrition policies.

Required documents

a) Application form; b) Copy of national passport valid at least 1 year from entry date into Moldova; c) Copies of education documents (Bachelor diploma or equivalent), translated into Romanian/English/Russian, notarized and legalized (Apostille for Hague Convention states; otherwise Foreign Ministry stamp + legalization at General Consular Directorate of Moldova); d) Copy of language proficiency certificate; e) Notarized copy of birth certificate; f) Notarized parental consent for applicants under 18; g) Copy of marriage certificate (if applicable); h) Declaration of responsibility for veridity and legality of submitted documents; i) 1 digital photo 3x4 cm + 2 matte photos 3x4 cm. Documents sent as 300 dpi scans in ONE email to foreign@usmf.md.

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2026-08-15

Non-EU students

2026-08-15

Programme overview

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Moldova, over 2 years of study.

EU & Non-EUTuitionLivingTotal
EU & Non-EU€3,000—needs the fee

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