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Nutrition is fundamental for maintaining good health and preventing diet-related diseases across communities. In this program, you will:Develop into a thoughtful practitioner while gaining hands-on experience in our health science and culinary labsExplore the connections between diet, nutrition, and wellbeingLearn to handle, evaluate, and share data regarding nutrition-related health conditionsEnhance your skills through professional placementsChoose between a 20-30 day placement after year two or a full sandwich year between years two and threeTeaching ApproachUniversity learning emphasizes independent study, requiring substantial self-directed research, reading, and assignment preparation. The modular course structure helps organize your time effectively. Beyond scheduled classes, comprehensive support is available for independent learning, including guidance from specialist librarians and personalized advice from your academic mentor.Career OpportunitiesAccredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), this degree prepares graduates for registration as associate nutritionists. Alumni pursue diverse roles as nutrition experts and health consultants in sectors like food production, public health initiatives, research institutions, and retail corporations.
UCAS Tariff Points: 120 points required (Minimum 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies. A minimum of 40 points at A Level or equivalent must be from a science subject. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry and Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a 'Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017)). GCSEs - GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points with at least 15 merits in science. T Levels- Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core, in a relevant subject. Scottish Awards - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above and to have 40 points in a science. Irish Leaving Certificate - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above and to have at least 40 points in a science. International baccalaureate - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above and to have at least 40 points in a science. IELTS 6.5 with no skills below 6.0, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses, TOEFL iBT total of 79 to 89 Minimum for Reading (18), Listening (17), Speaking (20) and Writing (17).