Human Nutrition, BSc Hons

This programme is intended for students interested in the relationships between nutrition and health. It focuses on human physiology, metabolism and biochemistry, and how these factors are influenced by nutrition. The programme also deals with how nutrition influences the incidence of disease, and how health can be promoted by appropriate nutrition.

UCAS code

B401 M BSc/HN

School

Science

Location

Medway Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time 4 years sandwich 5 years part-time

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have:

260 UCAS points

INCLUDING A-levels in biology and/or chemistry and one other suitable A-Level

OR BTEC National, DVCE or Advanced GNVQ, or equivalent qualifications

PLUS a minimum of three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics), or equivalent qualifications.

• We welcome applications from mature students.

Assessment

Students are assessed through exams, coursework, presentations and project reports.

Professional recognition

This programme is accredited by The Association for Nutrition (AfN).

Career options

Opportunities exist in research and development in the food industry, marketing (retail companies and chains), health education and promotion and public health nutritionists. Students are prepared for the study of dietetics and for postgraduate study.

Year 1

Fundamental Biology and Physiology (30 credits)
Basic Chemistry for Life Sciences (15 credits)
Fundamentals of Biochemistry (30 credits)
Practical and Professional Skills (30 credits)
Basic Principles of Nutrition (15 credits)

Year 2

Human Nutrition (30 credits)
Research and Professional Skills (15 credits)
Cell and Microbial Biology (30 credits)
Physiological Systems and Regulation (15 credits)
Metabolism and Disease (15 credits)
Nutritional Epidemiology and Health Promotion (15 credits)

Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Project (30 credits)
Advanced Human Nutrition (15 credits)
Public Health Nutrition (15 credits)
Clinical Nutrition (15 credits)
Specialised Topics in Nutrition (15 credits)
One or two options chosen from: Medical Biochemistry (15); Immunology (15); Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition (15); Pathophysiology of Disease (15); Cancer Biology and Therapeutics (15); Physical Activity and Body Composition in Health and Disease (30) (30 credits)

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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