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Human Nutrition MSc/ PG Certificate/ PG Diploma

Human Nutrition MSc/ PG Certificate/ PG Diploma

Different course options

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Nutrition

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists. You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, and you'll explore the importance of nutrition policy on a local and global scale.

Course description

The course aims to give you an excellent understanding of the fundamentals of human nutritional biochemistry, physiology and epidemiology, as well as public health nutrition and nutrition research. Students will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, enabling you to collect, analyse and interpret dietary information. You’ll also explore the nutritional challenges of vulnerable population groups and the importance of nutrition policy both locally and in a global context.

The course helps to prepare you for a career in research, the food industry, academia, community nutrition and nutrition consultancy.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

Modules

This module provides students with an introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods and to the types of skills necessary for the planning, data gathering and dissemination stages of health-related research.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,580

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£27,650

Entry requirements

You'll need at least a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant science subject or a relevant medical degree. We may consider your application if you have a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree and your practical experience is particularly strong. We also accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies.