Program Overview

Human Nutrition BSc Honours

Overview

The Human Nutrition BSc Honours course at the University of Westminster is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between nutrition and human health. The course covers the molecular and physiological basis of nutrition, as well as the role of diet in health and disease.

Course Structure

The course is divided into three years, with the option to take a professional placement year or study abroad year between Years 2 and 3.

• Year 1:
  • Cell Biology
  • Human Physiology
  • Metabolism of Nutrition and Exercise
  • Principles of Human Nutrition
  • Professional Development in Science (PRoDS)
  • Psychology and Sociology of Health and Well-being
• Year 2:
  • Applied Nutrition
  • Developing the Nutritionist and Exercise Scientist
  • Diet in Health and Disease
  • Exercise Physiology in Action
  • Metabolic Biochemistry
  • Research Methods
• Year 3:
  • Applied Medical Sciences
  • Applied Nutrition and Performance
  • Applied Public Health Nutrition
  • Final Year Project in Life Sciences
  • Gene Editing and Genomics
  • Nutrition in Emergencies
  • Nutrition in Practice
  • Psychology of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition

Entry Requirements

• UK:
  • A levels: CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points), with two Science subjects, including one from Chemistry and Biology, and one from Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Physics, and Psychology
  • T levels: 96 UCAS Tariff points
  • International Baccalaureate: 96 UCAS Tariff points from the IB, including a minimum of 4 in two HL science subjects
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM in Applied Science
  • BTEC Diploma: DD in Applied Science
  • Access: 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course in Science
• International:
  • International Baccalaureate: 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • We accept a wide range of international high school level qualifications
  • English language requirements: IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with a score of 6.0 in each component

Tuition Fees

• UK: £9,535 (Price per academic year)
• International: £17,000 (Price per academic year)

Careers

The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), and graduates are eligible to join the Register as an Associate Nutritionist. Career opportunities include:

• Charities involved in heart health, diabetes, and obesity
• Consultancy: practitioner giving nutritional guidance to individuals and/or companies
• Development and international public health
• Industry: food science or product development
• Public health within the NHS
• Sport nutrition, health, and fitness industry
• Weight management and healthy living initiatives

Teaching and Assessment

The course uses a range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical classes. Assessment methods include research articles, group projects, oral presentations, in-class tests, practical assessments, report writing, and exams.

Supporting You

The University of Westminster offers a range of support services, including study support, personal tutors, student advice team, and extra-curricular activities.

Course Location

The course is based at the University's Cavendish Campus, which is located in central London and offers state-of-the-art science and psychology labs and refurbished computer suites.