Program Overview

Sport and Exercise Nutrition MSc

Overview

The Sport and Exercise Nutrition MSc offers students the chance to explore the key principles and cutting-edge research across sport and exercise nutrition, exercise physiology, psychology, and practitioner skills. The course aims to produce competent and capable sport and exercise professionals who understand the field as it is now and have the skills to continue to learn and develop as this dynamic field continues to innovate and evolve.

Course Structure

The following modules are indicative of what students will study on this course:

Core Modules

• Advanced Performance Nutrition
• Assessment of Health and Fitness
• Concepts and Principles of Human Nutrition
• Essentials of Nutrition and Performance
• Practitioner Skills for Sport Nutrition
• Postgraduate Research Methods
• Postgraduate Project

Option Modules

• Communicating Science
• Science, Technology, and Commercialisation
• Integrating Work and Learning
• Nutritional Assessment

Professional Recognition

This course is accredited by the UK Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) and the Association for Nutrition (AfN). Students are encouraged to take the Certification of the ISSN (CISSN) exam towards the end of their period of study.

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) in a life sciences subject with a strong element of nutrition and/or physiology.
• If the first language is not English, students should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0.
• Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.

Personal Statement Requirements

In the personal statement, please outline:

• What Sport and Exercise Nutrition means to you
• Why you want to study at the University of Westminster
• How this course aligns with your future goals and aspirations

Interview Guidance

Applicants may be contacted for an interview by academic staff via phone call or Teams meeting.

Recognition of Prior Learning and Experience

If students have previously studied at university level or have equivalent work experience, academic credit may be awarded towards their course at Westminster.

Application Process

Visit the How to apply page for more information on the application process, what students need to apply, and deadlines for application.

Fees and Funding

UK

• UK tuition fee: £10,700 (Price per academic year)
• Alumni discount: This course is eligible for an alumni discount.
• Funding: There is a range of funding available that may help students fund their studies, including Student Finance England (SFE).
• Scholarships: The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and offers a variety of scholarships to eligible postgraduate students.

International

• International tuition fee: £17,500 (Price per academic year)
• Alumni discount: This course is eligible for an alumni discount.
• Funding: There are a number of funding schemes available to help students fund their studies with the University.
• Scholarships: The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and offers a variety of scholarships to eligible postgraduate students.

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application.
• Assessment types include written exams, practical, and coursework.

Supporting Students

• The Student Hub is where students will find out about the services and support the University offers, helping them get the best out of their time with the University.
• Study support, personal tutors, student advice team, and extra-curricular activities are available to support students.

Course Location

• The Cavendish Campus offers state-of-the-art science and psychology labs and refurbished computer suites.
• Located in central London, the Cavendish Campus is just a five-minute walk from Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road.