**Why choose this course**
-Study a research-led curriculum on a course ranked 2nd in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2023 and 2nd in the UK by The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023
-Access our £12.5 million Innovation for Health Learning Laboratory to acquire practical experience that is essential for a research career and valued by a wide range of employers
-Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work for a range of employers, including the Government, NHS trusts and nutrition companies
**Why choose this course**<br/>-Study a research-led curriculum on a course ranked 2nd in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2023 and 2nd in the UK by The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023<br/><br/>-Access our £12.5 million Innovation for Health Learning Laboratory to acquire practical experience that is essential for a research career and valued by a wide range of employers<br/><br/>-Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work for a range of employers, including the Government, NHS trusts and nutrition companies<br/><br/>-Learn from lecturers who’ve been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize 2017 for Further and Higher Education, in recognition of their research excellence in the field of food and nutrition<br/><br/>-Get the academic requirements needed to register with the Association for Nutrition to work as an associate nutritionist once you’ve graduated.<br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>On this course, you’ll learn about food and the nutrients it contains, how the body uses them and how they relate to health and disease. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of how the body assimilates and uses nutrients, and you’ll fully appreciate how human nutrition impacts health and the development of disease. <br/><br/>In your first year, you’ll study topics, including biochemistry, cell biology, food science, human nutrition and health, and physiology, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree.<br/><br/>In your second year, you’ll get the option to undertake food analysis and quality control, to improve the nutritional profile, eating quality and safety of food products, or investigate the fundamental aspects of new product design and development, studying the functionality of the main ingredient components of food and their impact on nutritional aspects.<br/><br/>In your third year, you’ll have the choice to specialise further in an area of personal interest, exploring topics like the analysis of foods and processing methods that meet UK and EU food legislation and guidelines, the biochemical transformations which occur during the processing, storage and preparation of foods, and the role heat processes have on the destruction of microorganisms.<br/><br/>You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical, and presentation skills you’ve developed.
The University of Surrey isn't just a place to study. It's rolling parkland and cobbled streets. Live music, an on-site theatre and delicious food options. Surrey ranks 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2023), and it's available through Clearing this summer!
With London right on your doorstep, you can expect award-winning work placements as part of your degree on any course. Surrey's Professional Training programme ensures career-relevant learning, experience in a professional environment, and the chance to build your CV. With over 2,30...
The University of Surrey isn't just a place to study. It's rolling parkland and cobbled streets. Live music, an on-site theatre and delicious food options. Surrey ranks 4th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2023), and it's available through Clearing this summer!<br/><br/>With London right on your doorstep, you can expect award-winning work placements as part of your degree on any course. Surrey's Professional Training programme ensures career-relevant learning, experience in a professional environment, and the chance to build your CV. With over 2,300 providers in the UK & overseas, it's one of the largest Training Programmes in the world. You can also test your skills on campus. Surrey's fantastic facilities include a fully operational pilot process plant, wind tunnels, flight simulators, a mock courtroom, and a Clinical Simulation Centre. Guildford School of Acting presents excellent plays and musicals and their state of art Surrey Sports Park hosts regular sporting events.<br/><br/>If you've gone through Clearing and Adjustment, you just need to apply by the deadline to get guaranteed accommodation!
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Stag Hill
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B400
Institution Code
S85
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B,B Overall: ABBBB Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language - C Scottish National 5: Maths - C Access to HE DiplomaD:27,M:18 Overall: QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 27 at Distinction and 18 at Merit. Required subjects: This must include 15 credits in Biology or Chemistry and 15 credits in a second science or Mathematics. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 Overall: 32 Required subjects: HL5/SL6 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or Equivalent: English, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths Studies, SL4. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Overall: DDM in Applied Science (please contact us if you are taking a different BTEC). GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English and Mathematics grade C (4) (or equivalent). Scottish Advanced HigherB,B,B Overall: BBB Required subjects: Biology grade B and Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language - C Scottish National 5: Maths - C Extended ProjectA Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Overall: Pass overall with BBB from the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A levels. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. Required subjects: A-level Biology or Chemistry and a second science or Mathematics. A levelB,B,B Overall: BBB We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. Required subjects: Biology grade B and one of: Chemistry, Physics, Sport Studies, Physical Education, Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, or Food Technology, Home Economics or Nutrition and Food Science. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. |
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