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Nutrition and Health (with foundation year)

Coventry University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    CU Coventry

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    NOV

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This exciting degree explores the physiological, biochemical and psychosocial aspects of nutrition, as well as public health and health promotion.The field of nutrition is growing in importance and graduates from this course will be able to access a wide range of career opportunities. Nutritionists are needed to work with individuals, groups and communities, the food industry, regulatory bodies and policy makers to promote healthy diets and appropriate food choice.The course aims to draw on the expertise of academics from biological and analytical sciences and public health nutrition to provide an integrated course, centred on human nutrition and healthy eating, food safety and regulatory processes, food analysis and public health.You’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience of a wide range of scientific techniques. Assessments are designed to mimic real-life scenarios, such as analysing nutrient intake from a food diary, developing dietary interventions and designing health promotion campaigns.Throughout the course, you will receive insight from researchers and current practitioners who will bring you the latest issues on a wide range of nutritional and health topics.The foundation year course offers an introduction to your chosen subject and helps you develop the necessary skills for degree-level study. In addition, you will also explore key skills such as research methods, scientific fundamentals and promotion techniques.3 years full-time

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,300per year

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

University information

Coventry University

Coventry University

  • University League Table

    59th

  • Campus address

    Coventry (Main Campus), Priory Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5FB, United Kingdom

In 2023/24, Coventry University Group had 50,000+ global learners.
Coventry University has a strong international outlook, attracting international students and staff and collaborating with overseas partners.
International students can access a number of scholarships, bursaries and discounts to help fund their studies.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    20th out of 36 1

    21st out of 35 15

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    151 72%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    12th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    22nd

    2
  • Entry standards

    / Max 154
    97 63%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    52.0 52%

    14th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.46 86%

    5th

    2

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