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Nutrition

University of Reading

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-OCT-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Learn about the links between nutrition and health, both on an individual and societal level, with our BSc Nutrition course.The science of nutrition is vital to our individual and collective wellbeing. As consumers grow more aware of the importance of healthy eating, nutritionists become increasingly important to the food industry and society as a whole.On our BSc Nutrition course, you will:learn how diet can influence health and the likelihood of developing diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and dementiadiscover the impact that nutrients have on cells, tissues and organslearn how public health advice is underpinned by clinical evidence.In your first year of study, you will focus on fundamental science modules such as physiology, chemistry and microbiology. These modules will provide the scientific knowledge that underpins your later studies. In your second year, you’ll develop your understanding of nutritional sciences and key methodologies. Modules will cover a wide range of topics, such as fundamental nutrition, issues in food choice, and links between nutrition and health on an individual and societal level.Your final year of study will provide the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary teams – for example, in the development of a new food product or healthy living assessments.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 30,650per year

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University information

University of Reading

University of Reading

University of Reading

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    Whiteknights Campus, Henley Business School, University of Reading, Whiteknights, Reading, RG6 6UD, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Food Science

    7th out of 36 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    137 65%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    6th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    10th

    3

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