Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2016/2017 A.A. 2015/2016 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014 A.A. 2012/2013 A.A. 2011/2012 A.A. 2010/2011 A.A. 2009/2010 A.A. 2008/2009

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Bachelor's degree in Sport and Exercise Science - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

1° Year

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
9
A
BIO/16
6
B
BIO/10
6
A
BIO/13
6
B
M-PED/03
8
A/B
IUS/01 ,SECS-P/07
6
C
M-PED/01
12
A/F
- ,M-EDF/02
Foreign language - B1 level (CB Test)
2
E
-

2° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2024/2025

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
A
M-EDF/01
6
B
M-EDF/01
12
B
BIO/09
9
A/C
M-PSI/01 ,M-PSI/06
6
A
SPS/07
13
B/F
- ,M-EDF/02
6
D
-

3° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2025/2026

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
8
B/F
- ,M-EDF/02
9
A/C
BIO/14 ,MED/11
6
B
MED/33
18
B/F
- ,M-EDF/02
7
F
-
6
D
-
Final exam
4
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 2°- 3°
Further activities
3
F
-
Between the years: 2°- 3°
1 module among the following (Physical educationa and games and Kinesiology 2nd year; Physical activity and development 3rd year)
3
C
M-EDF/01
3
C
M-EDF/01
3
C
M-EDF/01
3
C
BIO/09
Between the years: 2°- 3°
1 module among the following (Sport journalism and Teaching of swimming 2nd year; Theory and pedagogy of fitness 3rd year)
3
C
M-EDF/02
3
C
M-EDF/02
3
C
M-EDF/02
3
C
BIO/09

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Corso avanzato di nutrizione per lo sport/Advanced Sports Nutrition  (2025/2026)

Teaching code

4S012824

Teacher

Diego Campaci

Coordinator

Diego Campaci

Credits

3

Also offered in courses:

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

BIO/09 - PHYSIOLOGY

Period

2° semestre dal Mar 2, 2026 al Jun 5, 2026.

Location

VERONA

Courses Single

Authorized with reserve

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Prerequisites and basic notions

human physiology, biochemistry

Program

- Introduction to sports nutrition: why talk about sports nutrition?
- Nutrients (structure, absorption, function):
o Macronutrients
o Micronutrients
o Water
o Absorption, timing, and combination of nutrients
- Bioenergetics of physical exercise:
o Energy balance, basal metabolism, and energy cost of exercise
o the role of nutrients in exercise bioenergetics and adaptive responses
o Insulin sensitivity, health, and exercise
o Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
- Thermoregulation during exercise, body fluid balance, and hydration
- Nutritional assessment in athletes:
o Assessment of nutritional status in athletes
o Anthropometric assessment in athletes
o Nutritional requirements of active individuals and athletes
- Applied nutrition
o Nutritional guidelines for active individuals
o Nutritional guidelines for weight control and body recomposition
o Specific nutritional considerations and nutritional periodization for different types of training and sports performance
• Strength sports
• Endurance sports
• Team sports
• Speed sports
• Weight-category sports
- Nutritional supplementation
o Rationale for use
o Analysis of scientific evidence
o Evaluation of possible side effects
- Eating disorders in athletes

Bibliography

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Didactic methods

frontal lessons

Learning assessment procedures

oral exam

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE

Evaluation criteria

Learning assessment will be conducted through an oral exam and will take into account:
- knowledge and understanding of the theoretical content of the course;
- ability to connect the principles of sports nutrition to different contexts of physical exercise and performance;
- ability to critically analyze scientific literature and reference guidelines;
- clarity of presentation, command of language, and correct use of scientific terminology.

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

The final grade, expressed in thirtieths, is determined exclusively by the outcome of the oral exam, which comprehensively evaluates the criteria listed.

Exam language

inglese, italiano