Program Overview

Nutrition MSc

Overview

The MSc in Nutrition offers an in-depth exploration of the vital role nutrition plays in health and disease. Designed for those eager to understand the science behind diet and wellbeing, this course provides a comprehensive foundation in the biochemical and physiological processes of nutrient utilisation. However, nutrition is not just about scientific knowledge; you will also examine the broader cultural, social, and environmental influences that shape dietary habits and public health.

Why You’ll Love It

• Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN): Study MSc Nutrition at Chester for world-class, research-led education. Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), our course offers direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) and the prestigious ‘ANutr’ title.
• Flexible Learning and Support: Our course is tailored for students balancing studying with work or personal commitments, offering both full-time and part-time options. We provide exceptional support for diverse needs, whether you're studying in a new country or returning to education. Embrace a dynamic learning environment that adapts to you!
• Unlock diverse career opportunities: Unlock diverse career paths with an MSc Nutrition at Chester. From clinical nutrition and public health to food manufacturing and research, our graduates have gone on to tackle real-world nutrition challenges, making a global impact in health and wellness.

What You'll Study

Year 1

Our modules aim to develop your underpinning scientific knowledge of nutrition and equip you with the professional skills required for a career in nutrition. Modules will cover:

• Principles of Nutrition (20 Credits) Core: This module provides an in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of nutrition, equipping you with the skills to critically evaluate key concepts, research data, and scientific arguments in the field.
• Nutrition and Metabolism (20 Credits) Core: This module provides a deep dive into human metabolism, developing your critical understanding of the physiological and biochemical foundations that regulate energy production and nutrient utilisation.
• Nutrition in Health and Disease (20 Credits) Core: This module dives into the critical connections between nutrition and health, exploring how diet shapes the risk and prevention of chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes.
• Nutritional Assessment (20 Credits) Core: This module equips you with essential skills in nutritional and anthropometric assessment, teaching you how to evaluate a client’s dietary needs using research-backed methods and best-practice guidelines.
• Public Health Promotion and Nutrition Policy (20 Credits) Core: This module explores the dynamic and multidisciplinary field of public health promotion and policy, emphasising the critical evaluation of current developments, strategies, and research-driven approaches.
• Research Methods and Data Analysis (20 Credits) Core: This module provides a comprehensive foundation in research methods and data analysis, equipping you with the skills to design, conduct, and interpret scientific research.
• Research Project (60 Credits) Core: This module provides an opportunity to conduct independent research, allowing you to contribute to the growing body of knowledge in your field of study.

Who You’ll Learn From

• Dr Sohail Mushtaq: Deputy Head, Allied Health
• Dr James O'reilly: Senior Lecturer
• Professor Stephen Fallows: Programme Leader for Clinical Sciences and Nutrition MRes
• Dr Mike Morris: Head of Division

How You'll Learn

• This course includes intense tutorials and practical laboratory/kitchen sessions
• This course assesses via examinations, essays, presentations and case studies
• This course is designed around in-person study
• There may be some online learning activities

Entry Requirements

• A minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent, in a biological/health science including components of biochemistry, is required.
• On application, students should provide a degree transcript and details of modules with biochemistry content (e.g. module/unit descriptors).
• Applications may be considered from applicants with degrees that don’t fall into the above categories, e.g. chemistry, sports science etc., providing the applicant has a minimum 2:1 honours degree and recent A Levels in biology and/or chemistry (grade A-C).

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester: Exton Park is close to the city centre of Chester, a city like no other and an amazing place to live as a student. While it is undoubtedly beautiful and packed with history, Chester is also a bustling 21st-century city balancing big-name shopping, eating and living with a thriving independent scene.

Fees and Funding

• Home Students: £8,775 for a full-time course (2025/26)
• International Students: £15,000 (2025/26)
• Additional Costs: Your course will involve additional costs not covered by your tuition fees. This may include books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery and related materials, specialist clothing, travel to placements, optional field trips and software. Compulsory field trips are covered by your tuition fees.
• Bursaries: The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.

Your Future Career

• Job prospects: Many employers require nutritionists who are registered with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN), which is maintained by the AfN. Successful completion of this course will allow you to apply for direct entry on to the register.
• Careers service: The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.