Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health (Full-time) (BSc Hons)
BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health degree is ideal for anyone with a keen interest in nutrition and health. This course is designed to give you a deep understanding of Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle while equipping you with practical skills and knowledge. You will also develop important and transferable skills such as; leadership, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, which are valuable in many industries.
The programme is accredited by the Association for Nutrition, ensuring high standards and professional recognition. Vocational relevance is a key focus, and you will be encouraged to gain additional experience and qualifications to support your career aspirations alongside your academic studies.
As part of the programme, you will have opportunities to earn additional awards, such as gym instructor, personal trainer, and first aid qualifications. These additional qualifications will enhance your employability and practical skills. You will also get hands-on experience in health assessment and dietary analysis activities, addressing real-world problems and cases.
Our nutrition laboratory is equipped with nutrition-specific resources and dietary analysis software, providing a professional environment for your studies. The programme covers a range of assessment methods, including oral and written presentations, exams, case studies, peer assessment, work experience reports, and project-based work.
Upon completion of the programme, you will be eligible for Registered Associate Nutritionist status, allowing you to use the title ‘A. Nutr.’ This professional recognition will set you apart in the job market and demonstrate your expertise in nutrition.
Throughout the course, you will explore various aspects of health and nutrition. You will learn about chronic disease, meal planning, nutrition for sport and exercise, and public policy. You will also study psychology and human performance, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the factors that influence health and fitness levels.
Our programme is designed to prepare you for a successful career in community health, public health, or any role focused on improving health and promoting lifestyle and nutrition. With a timetabled program that balances theoretical knowledge and practical experience, you will graduate ready to make a positive impact in the health and nutrition field.
Course details
- On-campus
- Full-time
- English
Tuition Fees 25/26
Home (Full-time): £9,535 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £15,525 per year
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
You will learn how nutrition and exercise affect the body and impact upon the individual’s health and well-being. In addition, you will examine the psychological and sociological factors which may influence health-related behaviour. Our aim is to blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing you for real-world challenges in health, nutrition, and lifestyle. We emphasise hands-on learning, critical thinking, and professional development to ensure you are well-equipped for your future career.
In your first year, you will build a solid foundation in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health. You will study basic human biology, the principles of nutrition, and the role of physical activity in health. Additionally, you will develop key skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking through a range of engaging activities and assessments.
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The second year focuses on applying your knowledge to real-world contexts. You will explore chronic diseases, dietary analysis, and exercise and physical activity. Practical experience will be gained through health assessments and the use of dietary analysis software. You’ll also begin to study the psychology of health and the impact of public policy on nutrition and lifestyle.
Compulsory
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In your final year, you will delve into advanced topics like public policy and strategies in health, and applied nutrition and dietary analysis. You will undertake a significant independent research project, synthesising your learning and demonstrating your ability to address complex health issues. The programme culminates with preparation for achieving Registered Associate Nutritionist status.
Compulsory
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Course Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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For the Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle BSc (Hons) programme, admission requirements should normally include GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade C and above (level 4 on the new structure) in English Language and Maths. In addition, it is anticipated that applicants will have at least one appropriate science subject at A-Level, Irish Leaving Certificate, Scottish Highers, or equivalent. The minimum entry requirement for the programme is usually 96 UCAS points.
The academic and professional entry requirements for applicants over 21 years of age may take account of relevant experience and equivalent prior qualifications. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we can arrange interviews for applicants. At the interview, your skills, achievements and life experience would be considered as well as your qualifications.
For international students the entry requirements must be broadly equivalent to those expected of UK students. At admission, students whose first language is not English must have English Language requirements appropriate to an AfN Accredited programme, which must not be less than 6.5 IELTS (or equivalent), with no individual section less than 6.0.
If you do not have these qualifications or are unsure of your eligibility, please contact the University by emailing registry@uwtsd.ac.uk.
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The skills of being able to decipher health and nutrition related research and transfer this into ‘real world’ practical applications for individual and community health are developed and assessed over the three years of study. To achieve this, the strong academic focus of the degree is supported by practical modules in health promotion, dietary analysis and fitness and health assessments.
Whilst on the course, students learn how to present a balanced evidenced argument through their formal written work, as well as via individual and group presentations. Within the final year, students will design and conduct their own research project or literature review in a specialist area of their choice.
Specific types of assessments include; essays, laboratory reports, presentations (group and individual), practical tasks, examinations (seen and unseen papers).
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- £35 induction overnight activity for all year 1 students.
- Sports clothing (£30+) depending on course.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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Exchange programmes to the US available in the second year.
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Graduates from the BSc. Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle course are now pursuing a range of career paths. Some examples of where these graduates are currently working include:
- 50+ Engagement Officer
- Community Well-being Officer
- Dietetics assistant (NHS)
- Health and Wellbeing Officer (over 50’s)
- Healthy Lifestyle Adviser (GP surgery)
- Lead Health Officer
- Managing an exercise facility
- Postgraduate study (e.g. MSc in Nutrition)
- Secondary school teaching (food technology) (following PGCE study)
Other students have completed, or are currently undertaking postgraduate study in the form of MSc degrees in nutrition, health and exercise related subjects.