Explore key information about the 2-year MSc degree in Consumer Behavior: Psychology applied to Food, Health and Behavior at Università Cattolica
Curriculum Structure
The MSc in Consumer Behaviour: Psychology applied to Food, Health and Environment is a two-year programme.
Each course includes ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System).
You can find full course syllabi on the university website by selecting the academic year, campus, and Faculty.
First Year Courses
- Consumer Health and Food Choice Psychology with Field Project
- Social and Community Psychology of Health and Eating Behaviours with Field Project
- Research Methods for understanding Consumption and Health Behaviours:
- Mod. Qualitative Methods
- Mod. Quantitative Methods
- Principles of Agri-food Systems and Technology Innovation:
- Mod. Agri-food Systems
- Mod. Innovative Biotechnologies
- Mod. Food Processing
- Human Nutrition, Consumer Health and Food Safety:
- Mod. Human Nutrition
- Mod. Consumer Health and Food Safety
- Animal Welfare and Environmental Impact Assessment:
- Mod. Animal Welfare
- Mod. Environmental Impact Assessment
- Theology Seminar
Second Year Courses
- Clinical Psychology of Lifestyle with field project
- Psychology of Decision making and Well-being with Field Project
- Psychology of Behaviour Change to Health Promotion with Field Project
- Advanced Analytics for Psychology:
- Mod. Advanced analytical techniques
- Mod. Measurement Models for Psychological Science
- Stakeholders and Consumers Engagement
- Organizational Cultures and Change Management
- Principles of Agricultural and Food Economics and Marketing:
- Mod. Principles of Agricultural and Food Economics
- Mod. Principles of Marketing
- Sociology of Food and Health
- Internships and Traineeships in companies, public or private bodies, professional orders
*Theology Seminar Read
Theology courses are seminars in religious studies that explore religious and ethical topics from an academic and cultural viewpoint, promoting thoughtful discussion across diverse traditions.
What jobs can I get with a degree in Consumer Behaviour: Psychology applied to Food, Health and Environment?
Graduates of the MSc in Consumer Behaviour: Psychology Applied to Food, Health and Environment are qualified to practise as psychologists and may pursue a wide range of professional roles across both public and private sectors. The programme prepares professionals capable of applying psychological knowledge to consumption, health, sustainability, and communication.
Possible career paths include roles in:
- Market research, consumer insights, communication, and public opinion institutes
- Marketing and communication departments within organisations
- National and international companies in the food and pharmaceutical industries
- Public institutions (local and national), hospitals, and health promotion and prevention services
- Clinical and psychological support contexts
- Non-profit organisations and foundations involved in food consumption, health, prevention, and sustainability
- Consultancy firms and agencies specialising in behavioural science, communication, or social marketing
- Training providers and educational services
- Web and media agencies
- Advertising, information, and extended social communication services
- Freelance psychology practice
Graduates are also eligible to pursue further study, including PhD programmes, specialisation schools, and second-level master's degrees.
Professional Practice
- Graduates are qualified to practise as psychologists upon registration in Section A of the Italian Order of Psychologists.
- To work as a psychotherapist, it is necessary to complete a recognised specialisation programme in psychotherapy.
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore currently offers three such specialisation schools.
Important Dates
- Classes start: September 22, 2026 (TBC)
- The academic calendar for 2026/27 will be online in July (visit this page).