Nutrition and Medical Sciences BSc

University College London
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Bachelor's degree

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    3 Years

In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Year one covers the foundations of human biology and medicine. Core modules will consider the major body systems in health and disease. Biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology and basic anatomy are integrated with an introduction to nutrition and metabolism. This introduces the concepts of nutrition and metabolic processes as they relate to the commonest forms of malnutrition (obesity and disease-related malnutrition).
In year two, you will take six compulsory modules which develop the themes of normal human growth and development. Your optional module could cover genetics, cancer biology or biophysics to broaden your knowledge base.
Year three will form an advanced study of biomedical nutrition emphasising individual therapeutic approaches to obesity, frailty, ageing and sports nutrition. You will consider the setting of developing and developed countries in terms of public health nutrition. Optional modules will allow you to create a tailor-made programme that suits your needs and aspirations. Your research project will enable you to continue to develop core skills as well as new techniques to help you pursue a rewarding and enjoyable career.

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Location

Start date

London
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Gower Street, WC1E 6BT

Start date

On request

About this course

You will gain a thorough grounding in nutrition science and the way it relates to personal diet, lifestyle and modern patterns of disease.
You will develop a holistic approach to obesity and malnutrition in the modern world, combining biomedical and societal approaches.
The knowledge and skills gained on this programme will enable you to engage with healthcare professionals and nutritional scientists in whatever sphere you choose to work in after graduating.
UCL is a world leader in biomedical research, offering a large variety of expert teaching and a wide range of outstanding research opportunities.

The BSc is a science degree that integrates nutrition science with anatomy, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, biochemistry, immunology and infection, neuroscience, pharmacology, physiology and pathology. It differs from most nutrition degrees in that the first year provides a strong foundation in human biology and clinical medicine.
Graduates will develop their capacities for independent thought and writing, as well as learn how to manage their study time efficiently whilst working effectively in groups on advanced topics of concern to society at large. We encourage entrepreneurship through modules on supervision, idea protection and marketing.

English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6. For UK-based students, a grade C or 5 or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required.

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4.0
  • London was a very exciting time and I enjoyed living in such a multicultural and vibrant city. I met people from all over the world and profited a lot from the high quality of my guest university.
    ← | →
  • The study pattern here is more rigorous and demanding and i think that whether you can cope with it or not, one must at least have an experience of a hectic study routine.
    ← | →
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Student

3.0
16/03/2018
What I would highlight: London was a very exciting time and I enjoyed living in such a multicultural and vibrant city. I met people from all over the world and profited a lot from the high quality of my guest university.
What could be improved: Nothing
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Student

5.0
04/04/2017
What I would highlight: The study pattern here is more rigorous and demanding and i think that whether you can cope with it or not, one must at least have an experience of a hectic study routine.
What could be improved: All ok
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • Nutrition
  • Public Health
  • Teaching
  • Biology
  • Growth and Development
  • Medical training
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Physiology
  • Medical
  • Biomedical

Course programme

YEAR 1

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function in Health and Disease (0.5 credits)
  • Data Interpretation and Evaluation of Science (0.5 credits)
  • Foundations in Human Physiology and Cellular Biology (0.5 credits)
  • The Gut, Liver and Drug Metabolism (0.5 credits)
  • Infection, Inflammation and Repair (0.5 credits)
  • Kidneys, Hormones and Fluid Balance (0.5 credits)
  • Musculoskeletal Systems in Health and Disease (0.5 credits)
  • Nutrition and Metabolism 1 (0.5 credits)
Optional modules

All first year modules are compulsory.

YEAR 2

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Growth and Development (0.5 credits)
  • Malnourishment and Obesity (1.0 credits)
  • Molecular Basis of Disease (0.5 credits)
  • Nutrition and Metabolism 2 (0.5 credits)
  • Research Methods (0.5 credits)
  • Statistical Methods in Research (0.5 credits)
Optional modules

You will choose one of the following:

  • Cancer Biology and Therapeutics (0.5 credits)
  • Introduction to Applied Genomics (0.5 credits)
  • The Nervous System and Neurological Diseases (0.5 credits)
  • Physics of the Human Body (0.5 credits)
YEAR 3

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Frailty and Ageing (0.5 credits)
  • Malnourishment and Obesity 3 (0.5 credits)
  • Public Health Nutrition in the Developed World (0.5 credits)
  • Public Health Nutrition in the Developing World (0.5 credits)
  • Research Project (1.0 credits)
  • Sports Nutrition (0.5 credits)
Optional modules

You will choose one of the following:

  • Biomedical Entrepreneur (0.5 credits)
  • Geography and Anthropology of Nutritional Culture (0.5 credits)
  • Human Microbiome in Health and Disease (0.5 credits)
Your learning

Students will be expected to read and study before each teaching session as flipped teaching will be used. Most teaching sessions in the first year will be problem-based or in small groups. In the second and third years there will be a blend of tutorials, lectures and practical sessions. A co-ordinated programme-wide assessment will be used to blend formative and summative assessments. Dissertations will be assessed based on final-year projects.

Assessment

Formative and summative assessment methods include: online and written examinations (some of which are multiple-choice or short-answer question format); coursework; poster presentations; portfolios; practical skills assessments.

Additional information

Overseas students Fee - £24,040 (2018/19)

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