HYGIEIA – Health and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan Master

HYGIEIA – Health and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan Master is sponsored by European Commission. An Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree focusing on health and wellness, offering scholarships covering tuition and a monthly allowance.

HYGIEIA - Health and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan - Lisboa | Erasmus Mundus Masters | Universidade Lusófona HYGIEIA - Health and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan Degree Erasmus Mundus Masters What will I learn in this course? What will I learn in this course?

HYGIEIA is a 2-year English-taught program that involves the Lusófona University (Lisbon), University Belgrade (Serbia) , and the University of Balearic Islands (Spain), as well as stakeholders from academia, industry, medical societies, and healthcare providers. The academic program results from a common vision among partners that allowed us to create one single joint curriculum.

Hailing from Greek mythology, Hygieia embodied the virtues of cleanliness, sanitation and health, adored by her power to prevent rather than cure sickness. This mythological figure seems to have a particular relevance in the current world, where integrated preventive strategies throughout the lifespan are in need to achieve Health and wellbeing of the populations.

Entry requirements and conditions Entry requirements and conditions HYGIEIA will accept candidates holding degrees which are equivalent with European Qualification Framework Level 6 (or higher), from areas related to pharmaceutical sciences, medical sciences, nutrition, sports, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or other health and life science related areas.

Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum, preferably in the area of Health Sciences, and secondarily in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Nutritional Sciences, Sports or other related areas of Health and Life Sciences, which is recognized as attesting to the capacity to carry out this cycle of studies by the statutorily competent scientific body, who are subject to an interview, can also be accepted.

The programme will admit a total of 25 students per intake. Profile of the candidates for whom the course is intended Profile of the candidates for whom the course is intended Professionals hoping to undertake a career in the industry and businesses relevant to the areas of Health & Wellness.

Technical and professional skills that I will acquire Technical and professional skills that I will acquire - Demonstrate advanced knowledge of transdisciplinary approaches in health and wellbeing (H&W), encompassing lifestyle, nutrition, non-drug products, and digital health - Understand and apply regulatory frameworks and technological advancements in the H&W industry to ensure compliance and effective practices.

- Critically evaluate scientific literature, emerging health technologies, and industry trends to address complex challenges in the H&W sector. - Gain a global perspective on H&W, developing cultural competence and an understanding of diverse international healthcare practices. - Design and develop innovative H&W products and services that prioritize environmental sustainability, transparency, and ethical sourcing.

Study plan and curriculum structure Study plan and curriculum structure Digital Tools and Healthy Living Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Public health and health promotion Regulatory framework of Non-drug Products Toxicology and the exposome Methods and techniques in Health and Wellbeing Research Nutrition and Feeding in Physical Activity and Sports Nutrition Throughout the Lifespan Physical Activity across the Lifespan Communication and Health Literacy Evidence based use of dietary products and cosmetics in health and wellness Formulation, production, and testing of cosmetic products Formulation, production, and testing of food supplements Health economics and quality of life Starting materials for non-drug products: environmental impact Dissertation/Master Thesis Health Literacy Project (Option I) 3 ects Principles of Cell Culture (Option I) 3 ects R&D Project (Option I) 3 ects Advanced practical diet therapy (Option II) 3 ects Methods of assessing nutritional status (Option II) 3 ects Digital marketing in health and wellbeing sector (Option III) 3 ects Herbal food supplements (Option III) 3 ects Natural, organic and nutricosmetics (Option III) 3 ects Sport food products (Option III) 3 ects Career opportunities and career prospects Career opportunities and career prospects HYGIEIA will contribute to the education of a new generation of professionals pursuing careers in the Health & Wellness industry and businesses, as well as in NGOs, regulatory bodies, and research centers.

What master's or postgraduate degrees can I pursue afterward? What master's or postgraduate degrees can I pursue afterward? Graduates of HYGIEIA will be well-equipped to continue their academic journey through PhD programs.

Funded by the European Union, under grant agreement No 101180030. The HYGIEIA Joint Master is delivered entirely in English. HYGIEIA has mandatory mobility between the three consortium schools, and the academic programme can only be achieved via mobility.

All the relevant informations and applications can be made via the website https://www. hygieiamaster. eu/ Lisboa | Escola de Ciências e Tecnologias Saúde Other fees may be applied in accordance with the regulations in force.

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