Human Biology and Nutrition BSc (Hons)

University of Glasgow

Human Biology & Nutrition will equip students with a critical understanding of normal physiology and homeostatic mechanisms, and this will be related to both normal and disease-related conditions.

You’ll be taught by world-class researchers from across our internationally renowned Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences research institutes.

Life Sciences at Glasgow

With hands-on experience and flexible degrees, studying at the School of Life Sciences challenges you to apply the theory of the classroom in practical situations, in the lab or the field. We offer an extremely wide range of courses in human and animal biology, biomolecular sciences, infection and immunity.

Our aim is to offer internationally competitive degrees that meet the needs of today’s science graduates. To achieve this aim, we utilise the research and teaching strengths of the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences to provide our graduates with the skills necessary for success in any chosen career.

We have a large and diverse student body, which includes Scottish, UK, EU and international students. We regularly welcome visiting and exchange students, and we believe in the many advantages our students gain from adding an international dimension to their studies.

Strengths of the school include:

• substantial flexibility within our range of degree programmes
• an opportunity for you to gain experience working or studying abroad
• annual field courses to destinations around the globe
• access to the University’s world-renowned museums of Anatomy and Zoology
• top-quality student experience.

CAREER PROSPECTS

This degree will provide you with a variety of career opportunities. You may choose to go into health promotion, lifestyle consultancy, food industry related jobs or a range of other nutrition focused careers. Graduates may continue their education to Masters or PhD level. Graduates may also apply for professional postgraduate programmes such as dietetics and teaching.