Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle BSc (Hons)

This degree programme is designed for individuals with a keen interest in nutrition and health.<br/><br/>Developing a thorough knowledge and understanding of Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle is a core focus of our programme. However, you will also develop a wide-ranging, valuable skill set that is relevant and transferable to a number of industries. In addition to the practical skills relating to health and nutrition, you will develop key skills, such as leadership, communication, problem-solving and critical thinking.<br/><br/>The programme, accredited by the Association for Nutrition, is committed to providing you with the best possible preparation for the world of work. Vocational relevance is a strong theme, and you will be encouraged to gain additional experience and qualifications to support you career aspirations alongside your academic studies.<br/><br/>As part of a wider campus offer, there are opportunities for you to gather external awards, such as the gym instructor, personal trainer and first aid qualifications. There will also be opportunities for you to gain practical experience of health assessment and dietary analysis activities, relating to authentic, real-world problems and cases. The programme has a dedicated nutrition laboratory where you can access nutrition-specific resources and use dietary analysis software.<br/><br/>The range of methods will include oral and written presentations, examinations (seen, unseen, coursework), case-studies, peer assessment, work experience reports, as well as project-based work.<br/><br/>The programme has been externally accredited with the Association for Nutrition (AfN). On completion of the programme, you will be eligible for Registered Associate Nutritionist status, allowing you to use the letters, ‘A. Nutr.’ after your name.<br/><br/>Speak Welsh? 40 credits of this course are available through the medium of Welsh.