Nutrition (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Nutrition (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course overview
This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning
Our Nutrition foundation year provides you with the essential knowledge and skills to progress to our Nutrition degree — ideal if youd like to pursue a degree but lack the formal qualifications.
As poor nutrition contributes to conditions like cancer, obesity, heart disease and diabetes, the demand for nutritionists is growing. Recent health policies emphasise the importance of nutrition to maintain health and r...
<strong>Course overview</strong><br/><br/>This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning<br/><br/>Our Nutrition foundation year provides you with the essential knowledge and skills to progress to our Nutrition degree — ideal if youd like to pursue a degree but lack the formal qualifications. <br/><br/>As poor nutrition contributes to conditions like cancer, obesity, heart disease and diabetes, the demand for nutritionists is growing. Recent health policies emphasise the importance of nutrition to maintain health and reduce strain on the NHS.<br/><br/>In the foundation year, youll study modules on sport, activity and health. This will deepen your understanding of performance, wellbeing and group dynamics. Youll also build key skills for academic work.<br/><br/>Upon successful completion of the foundation year, youll be able to progress onto our Nutrition BSc (Hons) degree. This course bridges the gap between healthcare and the food industry. It covers chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer, and teaches you how to create effective nutrition plans.<br/><br/>We collaborate with local health organisations and sports clubs, providing you with practical learning experiences. The course covers a range of topics, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career goals.<br/><br/>Our course is taught by experts in nutrition. Youll also have access to facilities like our physiology laboratory and specialised equipment for nutrition and food chemistry.<br/><br/><strong>Why study with us</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Gain an understanding of sport from both performance and health perspectives.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop the academic skills you need for success at degree level, including reflective learning.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Enhance your personal and professional development, gaining practical skills with real-world application.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll do</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Take part in hands-on workshops and practical sessions with peers who share your passion for health, while exploring how nutrition interacts with sport and performance.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop your skills both independently and collaboratively through case studies, presentations and portfolio projects.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Deepen your knowledge in areas that interest you, such as nutrition and food, human physiology, modern lifestyles, and physical activity.<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B402
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
Scottish Higher
64 UCAS points, must include Chemistry or Biology and another science subject. Accepted science subjects are: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Maths and Physics.
Access to HE Diploma
64 UCAS points from an Access to HE Diploma including 15 Level 3 credits in one science subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass IB Diploma with 64 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects. Must include Biology or Chemistry and another science subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
in Applied Science
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM
in Applied Science
AS
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
MM
in Applied Science
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MPP
in Applied Science
Scottish Advanced Higher
64 UCAS points, must include Chemistry or Biology and another science subject. Accepted science subjects are: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Maths and Physics.
A level
must include Chemistry or Biology and another science subject. Accepted science subjects are: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Maths and Physics.
T Level
Pass (D or E)
T Level in science.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






































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