MSc in Lifestyle Medicine

Master's

Lifestyle Medicine is a branch of evidence-based medicine in which comprehensive changes in lifestyle (diet, exercise, psychological domain, social domain, environment) are used to prevent, treat, and even reverse or the progression of chronic diseases by addressing their underlying causes. This specialised MSc degree, targeting health professionals, is realised through the collaboration of the Departments of Medicine, PE & Sports Science and Nutrition and Dietetics of the University of Thessaly. Under the auspices of the European Lifestyle Medicine Organization (ELMO) the programme lasts for a min 1.5 years (max 3 years) when registered as a Full-time student and the core of its delivery is through online and distance learning modules.Holders of a relevant first-cycle degree in Medicine, Health Sciences, Physical Education and Sports, Psychology and Nutrition/Dietetic from a Greek university or equivalent foreign institution are eligible for admission to the program.