Overview

Content

Where does our food come from, how is it produced and what is its composition? What factors influence our eating habits? What do we eat and what impact does it have on our bodies, the environment and society? How do we achieve a healthy and sustainable diet for the planet and for us humans? 
Ecotrophology deals with these and many other questions. The degree programme is interdisciplinary. This means that during your studies you will deal with questions, methods and ways of thinking from different disciplines. These include the natural sciences, social sciences, economics and technology. Ecotrophology takes a systemic view of human nutrition, which is why we speak of food systems: We look at food in its production, on the plate and beyond. In doing so, we have not only a scientific but also a psychological-sociological view of our nutrition: How do we make decisions about what we eat? What role do higher-level drivers such as politics, culture, economics and technology play in this? How does advertising affect us? 
Students of the Bachelor's degree programme in Ecotrophology receive a broadly based education by gaining insight into the various disciplines. The content covers the entire food system: from supply chains to consumer behaviour to various facets of nutrition itself. The focus is on the consequences of the food system on an ecological, economic and social level and the development towards more sustainability in the entire system.

Subject-specific prerequisites

In addition to the formal entry requirements (see application), we expect an interest in the natural sciences as well as in people and social, economic and ecological issues. Basic knowledge of mathematics, chemistry and physics is advantageous. JLU offers preliminary courses in which you can refresh your knowledge before starting your studies. This way you are optimally prepared for your studies.