Nutrition BSc (Hons)

Graduates leave the programme with the skills and expertise to practice nutrition in a wide range of areas, including the NHS, the food industry, public health, research, medical writing, education, commerce and sales. Graduates with a Nutrition degree may work as nutritionists within the NHS and private healthcare.

GCSEs

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English
Plus one of the following:

A levels

112 UCAS from at least two A-levels. One A-level must be science-based, Biology or Chemistry, and at Grade C or above.
Other science-based subjects that can be considered include Applied Science, Human Biology, Food Technology, Home Economics.

Key features

Learn about the impact of diet on our health and understand interventions to tackle obesity and other contemporary health concerns that affect people on a local, national and international level.
Optional work placement opportunities offered through our DMU Works careers programme will enable you to gain experience in an industry setting.
Practical components of the course will help you develop personal and professional skills, while the final-year supervised research project will enable you to tailor your learning and build research techniques.
International experiences allow you to broaden your cultural horizons and experience different healthcare environments. Our students have previously had the opportunity to provide healthcare in India, witness the effects of poverty in Florida and help refugees in Berlin.
Graduates can pursue careers in the public or private sector, working as nutritionists as well as in roles in research and development, education, health journalism, public health and the food industry.