Lifestyle Medicine MSc

University of Chester

Our MSc in Lifestyle Medicine is designed for qualified health professionals and those seeking a rewarding career change into one of the fastest‑growing discipline of modern healthcare. The course provides a comprehensive, evidence‑based understanding of how lifestyle interventions, relating to the six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine (Healthy Eating, Minimising Harmful Substances, Stress Management, Healthy Relationships, Restorative Sleep and Physical Activity) can prevent, manage, and in some cases, reverse a wide range of chronic conditions. Developed in response to the increasing national and global need for specialists in lifestyle‑focused healthcare, this MSc emphasises a multidisciplinary approach and the application of high‑quality research to real‑world clinical and community settings. The programme is delivered by an expert team of practitioners and academics, including specialists in nutrition, public health, exercise science, behaviour change, mental health. This ensures graduates leave with the most up‑to‑date knowledge and practical skills required to make a meaningful impact on individual and population health. Key features of our course include: Clinical placements in lifestyle medicine and preventive health, providing hands‑on experience in NHS, community, and specialist wellbeing settings. A multidisciplinary teaching team, including clinicians, dietitians, psychologists, exercise scientists, behaviour change experts, public health specialists and researchers. A strong evidence‑based focus, supported by modules in Research Methods and Clinical Application. Coverage of major non‑communicable diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and mental health disorders. Flexible study options, allowing full‑time or part‑time study to fit around work and personal commitments. Blend of intensive teaching blocks and supported online learning, ideal for UK‑based and international students. Choice of research project – individually led, workplace‑based, or embedded within an existing University research programme.