Nutrition BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Nutrition BSc (Hons)
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed a fragile global food system. It has highlighted changes in consumer demands, and a need to rapidly develop food sustainability. You may be interested in empowering healthy communities. You may want to be part of building a sustainable global food system. Well prepare you to take on these challenges in the post-pandemic world.
Nutrition explores how the body processes nutrients and the impact of this on health. Many diseases are influenced by diet, such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity and certain cancers.
Youll use the latest r...
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed a fragile global food system. It has highlighted changes in consumer demands, and a need to rapidly develop food sustainability. You may be interested in empowering healthy communities. You may want to be part of building a sustainable global food system. Well prepare you to take on these challenges in the post-pandemic world.<br/><br/>Nutrition explores how the body processes nutrients and the impact of this on health. Many diseases are influenced by diet, such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity and certain cancers.<br/><br/>Youll use the latest research to understand global nutrition challenges. Our nutrition course combines nutritional biochemistry, practical techniques and physiology. Youll study the drivers of food choice and eating behaviour. Advanced modules in human nutrition will cover public health nutrition and nutrient-gene interactions.<br/><br/>Youll use our specialist labs and work on real-life research projects.<br/>+ Youll examine sustainable nutrition and look at this as part of global food security<br/><br/><br/>+ Working on evidence-based nutrition, youll use research to understand and identify fake nutritional news<br/><br/><br/>+ Work with leading nutrition scientists to solve the most urgent nutrition issues facing society<br/><br/><br/>+ Accredited by the Association for Nutrition, you can become a Registered Associate Nutritionist and use the ANutr qualification when you graduate.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>+ 2nd for Food and Nutrition in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)<br/><br/><br/>+ Specialist facilities - including a sensory science centre, diet lab, clinical skills and food production facility<br/><br/><br/>+ Industry placement - develop professional skills<br/><br/><br/>+ Meet industry experts - at our campus nutrition fair<br/><br/><br/>+ Study abroad - Opportunities to spend a semester or whole year studying abroad<br/><br/><br/><strong>Student societies</strong><br/>The Nutrition and Dietetics Society invites guest speakers to give talks on campus from various fields in the industry. They also run a ‘Big Veg Little Veg’ mentoring scheme so you feel supported in your first year of University.<br/><br/>They hold socials such as club nights in Nottingham, society meals and trips, including an annual visit to the BBC Good Food Show. These events are a fun way to get to know your course mates and other like-minded people, and to meet those who are further along in their degree.<br/><br/><strong>Year in Computer Science</strong><br/>You can choose to add this optional additional year when you start your degree. It takes place between your second and third years. Youll learn how to work across other science disciplines and develop your computational skills. This is increasingly important to help solve some of the biggest challenges we face.<br/><br/>Module topics will cover:<br/>+ programming<br/><br/><br/>+ software development<br/><br/><br/>+ modelling<br/><br/><br/>+ databases<br/><br/><br/>+ problem solving<br/><br/><br/>+ image processing<br/><br/><br/>Youll study at our Jubilee Campus, taught by experts from the School of Computer Science. If you choose this option, your degree certificate will change to ‘…with a Year in Computer Science.<br/><br/><strong>Study abroad</strong><br/>On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world. Read what its like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Sutton Bonington Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B400
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
This qualification is accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as: Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21
This qualification will be considered where appropriate science content is being studied. The requirement is 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 24 credits must be achieved at Distinction plus 21 graded Level 3 credits at Merit. 30 graded Level 3 credits must be achieved at minimum Merit from acceptable science units.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
To include Higher Level 5,4 in any 2 of: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Mathematics Analysis and Approaches OR Mathematics Applications and Interpretations. Alternatively, HL5,4 from 1 of the above plus 1 of Accounting, Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Sports Exercise and Health Science, Psychology or Statistics. Alternatively, 655/664/754 in 3 Higher Level subjects, to include: any 2 of Higher Level Biology, Chemistry, Physics and either Mathematics Analysis and Approaches OR Mathematics Applications and Interpretations. Alternatively, 1 of the above plus 1 of Higher Level Accounting, Computer Science, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Sports Exercise and Health Science, Psychology or Statistics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
To include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as: Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. This qualification is accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades ABBBB.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M3
To include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as: Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics.
Extended Project
A
Considered alongside 3 A levels or equivalent including suitable science subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent). Level 3 Core Maths qualifications from other awarding bodies are also acceptable: - Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context - OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI) - OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI) A 1-grade lower offer will only be considered for applicants studying 3 A Levels or equivalent plus a Level 3 Core Maths qualification where A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics has not been studied.
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
ABB or AAC or A*BC including suitable science subjects. Alternatively, BBB or ABC or A*CC including suitable science subjects plus A in the EPQ or Level 3 Core Maths. To include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) plus a second science or science-related subject such as: Accounting, Applied Science, Computing and IT, Design Technology, Economics, Environmental Science, Food Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Human Biology, PE/Sports Science, Psychology or Statistics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone are not sufficient to meet the 2 science requirement. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.
T Level
D
T Levels will be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied; please contact us for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*
C
This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-science based A Level.
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|---|---|---|---|
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