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Nutrition MSci (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

Nutrition is a fast-moving discipline that focuses on understanding the role of foods, nutrients and the overall "diet" in maintaining health and preventing disease. Nutritionists play an important role in providing and implementing evidence-based nutritional guidelines and dietary recommendations meaning the scope of career options for Registered Nutritionists is wide-ranging.On this integrated Masters nutrition degree (MSci, BSc), you’ll gain a solid understanding of human nutrition and nutrition science, exploring the science underpinning the relationships between diet and health. You'll cover the nutritional content in food, the role of food choices and the food environment that shapes dietary behaviours whilst studying the most up-to-date nutrition and dietary recommendations and defining what’s considered "healthy" and for who.You'll also learn about the scientific, social, behavioural and ethical considerations that inform current public health advice and the nutrition profession, all within the context of current issues such as the global obesity problem, personalised nutrition, plant-based diets and sustainability.Throughout the course, you’ll learn a combination of core nutrition topics, Â鶹ԭ´´ gaining knowledge in other specialised areas within the wider food and nutritional field like food systems, sustainable food consumption, enterprise and leadership. These, along with the skills development modules, will give you the technical skills and professional experience you’ll need to pursue a career in nutrition.Being accredited by the Association for Nutrition, this course gives you the platform to become a Registered Nutritionist – a status many employers in industry require and prioritise now, enhancing your chances of securing the career you want.**Why study at Leeds:**- This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition and the Institute of Food Science and Technology.- Our globally-renowned research here at Leeds feeds into your course and shapes your learning with the latest thinking in areas of nutrition and public health, including nutrient delivery, metabolism and nutritional epidemiology.- Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of academics and researchers who specialise in a variety of food science and nutritional disciplines.- Take the opportunity to work Â鶹ԭ´´ our academics and get involved in real-life research happening in the School.- Access excellent specialist facilities including computer clusters and teaching laboratories that give you an industry-standard environment to perform experiments and conduct project work.- Enhance your career prospects and give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our industrial work placement opportunities. Our close industry links have given previous students the chance to work at — and build professional relationships with — UK and multinational companies such as Marks and Spencer, Sainsbury’s and Nestlé.- Gain invaluable life experience and advance your personal development with our exciting study abroad programmes, spanning across universities worldwide.- Make the most of your time at Leeds by joining our Food Science society, where you can widen your interest in food studies and get to know people on your course outside of lectures through trips and socials such as a Summer BBQ.

Which department am I in?

School of Food Science and Nutrition

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
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Start date

September 2025

Venue

Main Site

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

LS2 9JT, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
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Start date

September 2025

Venue

Main Site

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

LS2 9JT, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For students from Hong Kong

Typically, A*AA-BBB, depending on your chosen degree course. The university recognises a wide range of international qualifications. Some degrees require prior study of particular subjects, especially within the sciences, engineering and languages. All students must also demonstrate suitable proficiency in the English Language. Students who do not meet the required academic requirements for direct entry may want to consider one of the foundation years options. Please refer to the University’s website.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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