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MSc Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Bristol

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Overview

This programme focuses on developing your skills in research, policy and practice in the combined fields of diet, physical activity and public health. The development of these skills is vital in addressing real issues of concern to policymakers and practitioners globally. The programme will help you to critically examine key interactions at the interface of epidemiology, behaviour change and policy-relevant research in these connected fields. It will also help you develop important skills in designing and evaluating research and community interventions. You will be taught by academics who are at the forefront of real-world research and whose knowledge is grounded in applied situations. You will learn to address questions such as 'What is the policy implication?', 'What research design will answer this question?', 'What intervention needs to happen?', and 'How will it be evaluated?'. This will be invaluable in roles where you may be required to pitch your future projects to policymakers, commissioners and funders. Skills gained in critical thinking, report writing, and evaluation will also be transferable to your future career. This MSc was one of the first to recognise the need for specialisation in the three intertwined disciplines of nutrition, physical activity and public health to tackle non-communicable disease. It is designed for dieticians; physical activity, food and fitness specialists; and other health professionals. The programme will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of the evidence around the role of nutrition and physical activity in public health; the factors that influence people's physical activity and eating behaviours; and how to develop and evaluate nutrition and physical activity interventions. The programme is delivered over one year, allowing you to return to work, progress your career and start to bring your knowledge into practice in a short period of time. We also have a part-time option set over 2 years. Graduates from other disciplines who want to work towards a career in this area are welcome to apply. Take a look at these videos to find out more about our programme and hear from some of our students and staff.

Application deadline

25 August 2025

Tuition fees

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£ 31,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    University of Bristol, Beacon House, Queen’s Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, England

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Civil Engineering

    4th out of 58

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    187 82%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    95.0 95%

    11th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    19th

    10

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