Program Overview

Global Public Health Nutrition MSc

Overview

Our Global Public Health Nutrition MSc will give you the specialist scientific knowledge and practical skills to take an active role in global public health nutrition in a range of different settings.

Course Structure

• Attendance: Part-time day - September 2025, Full-time - September 2025, Full-time - September 2026, Part-time day - September 2026
• UK Fees: £1,070 (Price per 20-credit module)
• International Fees: £1,750 (Price per 20-credit module)
• Duration: 2 years
• Campus: Cavendish, Central London

Course Summary

Nutrition has long been recognised as a vitally important determinant of health status within both industrialised and industrialising countries. Significant changes are occurring in the profile of nutritional problems. Many countries continue to face problems of malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies, but countries in economic transition also face the public health challenge of rising rates of diet-related chronic disease, such as obesity and coronary heart disease.

Top Reasons to Study with Us

• Our course takes a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding health and disease as related to food and nutrition, to reflect the changing profile of public health
• We deliver a broad but balanced approach to the understanding of nutritional issues, in which the perspectives of social science are explored as well as the more traditional disciplines of nutrition, epidemiology and statistics
• We offer a unique Essentials of Nutrition access course for those without an undergraduate degree in nutrition or health
• Our modules are linked to global targets such as global nutrition targets and Sustainable Development Goals, including a module on global challenges focusing on climate change and the food system
• Our teaching staff have strong links with employers, in diverse fields such as school feeding programmes, population weight management programmes and addressing food insecurity in all contexts

Course Leaders

• Dr Regina Keith, Senior Lecturer, Course Leader MSc IPHN
• Dr Sharon Noonan-Gunning, Lecturer

Entry Requirements

• UK: A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant discipline including science or social science subject
• EU and International: A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant discipline including science or social science subject
• English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0

Recognition of Prior Learning and Experience

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

Application Process

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

Fees and Funding

• UK Tuition Fee: £1,070 (Price per 20-credit module)
• International Tuition Fee: £1,750 (Price per 20-credit module)
• Alumni Discount: This course is eligible for an alumni discount
• Funding: There is a range of funding available that may help you fund your studies, including Student Finance England (SFE)

Teaching and Assessment

• Scheduled Hours: 25% (Year 1), 19% (Year 2)
• Independent Study: 75% (Year 1), 81% (Year 2)
• Assessment: Practical (43% Year 1, 20% Year 2), Coursework (57% Year 1, 80% Year 2)

Research Groups

• Food Nutrition and Public Health Research Group
• Future of Public Health Nutrition Research Group
• Health and Wellbeing Research Group

Supporting You

• Study Support: Workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
• Personal Tutors: Support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student Advice Team: Provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
• Extra-Curricular Activities: Volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more

Course Location

• Cavendish Campus: Located in central London, our Cavendish Campus is just a five-minute walk from Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road.