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Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) + Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

The degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics will be taught online.

Boost your future with the double degree in Sports Science and Nutrition, one of the most sought-after profiles in the sector. Train with experts in high performance and health, in first-class facilities, and obtain 5 exclusive certifications. Do internships in top entities such as Rafa Nadal Academy, LALIGA or Quirónsalud, with the support of the UAX Rafa Nadal University School. Multiply your opportunities and make a difference!

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Only UAX includes your mandatory stress test + full functional assessment report.
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30% subsidy until 30 June
Start September
Length Credits 5 years / 422 ECTS credits
Modality Campus-based
Campus Villanueva de la Cañada
Faculty Health Sciences

Become a more well-rounded professional with our dual degree and boost your employability

Become part of the pool of professionals that the sports industry needs, specialising in both fields with the Double Degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences (formerly INEF) and Nutrition.

  • You will tackle real-world cases from day one, as 80% of the content is practical, to boost your professional and international prospects in the fields of sports training, nutrition, sports performance and health. A distinctive and pioneering education in the sports sector.
  • To boost your employability, you’ll benefit from the support of the UAX Rafa Nadal University School, a unique university programme designed to enhance your employability
  • You will tackle projects through UAX Makers: real-world challenges set by companies, where you will work in an interdisciplinary manner with students from other faculties. Additionally, you will be able to participate in research projects between the Rafa Nadal Academy and Loughborough University, related to physical activity and sport.

A dual degree that’s 100% compatible with your life

Thanks to the combination of face-to-face and online classes, you can study the dual degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences + Human Nutrition and Dietetics in a way that is fully compatible with your personal or professional life.

  • Face-to-face CAFYD classes at our Villanueva de la Cañada campus, Monday to Thursday mornings (subject to availability).
  • Live online Nutrition classes in the afternoon (3.30 pm to 9.30 pm), which are also recorded. Attendance is not compulsory.

This format allows you to:

  • Enjoy more free time in the afternoons and at weekends.
  • Avoid marathon days on campus.
  • Pursue the Nutrition degree with an average of just 2 or 3 days of online classes per week.
  • Progress towards a double degree without sacrificing your free time.

A curriculum designed for success

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Technical training

With experts, coaches and former elite athletes such as Pablo Alfaro, David Villa and Cristian Toro.

Focusing on topics of real application: specialities or master's degrees in football, tennis, etc., performance improvement and recovery in elite sportsmen and women, functional assessment of sports performance, biomechanics, sports planning and management, entrepreneurship, etc.

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In collaboration with Atlético de Madrid

Access to internships at the club and its Sports City, participation of Atlético de Madrid professionals in course delivery, an exclusive immersive experience, and the opportunity to boost your talent through Maker Projects and applied research lines focused on performance and health.

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Clinics

Rafa Nadal Academy Professionals

Masterclass in 1Q and clinics in 2Q on nutrition adapted to the physical activity and metabolism of each athlete in order to improve performance.

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Visits to companies or entities

Sector benchmarks

Workshop on oil tasting. Visits to cheese factories, oil mills and wineries. IMIDRA: centre for gastronomic innovation. Mahou factory.

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Agreement with AEDN

Spanish Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Licences for the use of EasyDiet (a software designed for the management of the dietician-nutritionist's practice), seminars and continuing education courses with discounts and the possibility of membership.

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Training in values

with Rafa Nadal and his team

Exclusive online training programme based on the values that have made Rafa Nadal successful: effort, cooperation, empathy, leadership, professional ethics, resilience, work discipline, among others.

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Rafa Nadal Masterclass

As part of the proposal of the UAX Rafa Nadal University School, our students will be able to learn first-hand the tennis techniques and values that have led Rafael Nadal to become the best tennis player in history on clay courts, in a day of training and face-to-face masterclass with the athlete.

Certifications to boost your CV

By studying the dual degree in CAFYD and Nutrition, you will master the most widely used technological tools in the sports sector, enabling you to obtain certifications that will give you a competitive edge.

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Expert in Clinical Nutrition

Expert Certificate in Clinical Nutrition in Primary Care with specialised training in all areas: clinical and hospital nutrition, food industry, quality, and focus on sports nutrition.

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Therabody Certification

Specialist in the use of technology for muscle recovery and activation.

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Keiser Certification

Specialist certificate in training with pneumatic strength machines.

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iAltitude Certification

Oxygen therapy specialist, one of the most advanced and innovative technologies on the market in simulated altitude training.

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NSCA Certification

The only university where you can obtain one of the world's most prestigious certifications in the field of fitness and strength training.

Information about the Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity and Nutrition

Companies where our students undertake work placements

You will undertake work placements at prestigious institutions, complementing your academic training with real-world experience at leading organisations.

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Train with the best professionals

You will be taught by a team of experts and practising professionals from the sector, and will receive specialist training from Rafa Nadal’s elite team, including coaches, fitness trainers and nutritionists (among whom is Gemma Bes, who is also Carlos Sáinz’s nutritionist).

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Manuel Barba

Jefe de estudios

Coordinador de cantera y de fútbol base en el CD Leganés SAD. Ex entrenador de fútbol en la Escuela de la Real Federación Española de Fútbol, Real Madrid y Rayo Majadahonda.

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Dr. Pablo Veiga

Jefe de estudios

Facultad de Ciencias de Salud y Deporte

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Cristina de la Macorra

Human Nutrition and Dietetics Degree Coordinator

Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport

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Dr. Diego Muriarte

Professor

Former coach and physical trainer Guangzhou Evergrande Football School (the biggest and most prominent team in the Chinese League) and Real Madrid Castilla (physical trainer). Head of High Performance at CD Leganés.

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Dr. Mónica Hontoria Galán

Professor

Physical trainer specialised in Gymnastics, training for 17 years with the National Rhythmic Gymnastics Team, twice world champion (2013 and 2014) and Olympic runner-up in Rio de Janeiro 2016.

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Juan José Peña Deudero

Professor of Biotechnology

PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the Complutense University of Madrid. Research accredited by the CNEAI with 2 sexenios recognised, research activities at the Fundación Jiménez Díaz, as well as at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, USA.

Take a look at our facilities

You’ll enjoy state-of-the-art facilities: over 1,000 m² of space, divided into 25 areas for practising around 20 different sports. You’ll be able to train at the UAX Fitness Centre, which has over 100 state-of-the-art machines, and you’ll receive training at the sports science research unit.

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Polideportivo

Unas instalaciones sostenibles de más de 2.000m2 con un diseño vanguardista y equipamiento de última generación con las que UAX amplía su campus y refuerza su apuesta por la excelencia en la formación en Salud y Deporte. Find out more

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RAFA NADAL ACADEMY BY MOVISTAR IN MALLORCA

Cutting-edge sports facilities where you can carry out your work placement. Find out more

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Virtual simulation hospital

A unique facility in Spain where you can undergo your training in the most innovative and comprehensive manner. Find out more

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Sports Facilities - UAX Fitness Center

A unique, university-level sports club with the best facilities for multi-sport practice. Find out more

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Polyclinic

Equipped with state-of-the-art medical materials, it aims to provide the best diagnosis and treatment to real patients. Find out more

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Sports Facilities - UAX Fitness Center

A unique, university-level sports club with the best facilities for multi-sport practice. Find out more

Admission to the Double Degree in CAFYD + Human Nutrition and Dietetics
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FAQs for the Double Degree in Physical Activity, Sport and Nutrition

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Salidas profesionales de INEF (CAFYD)

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