BSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition

- High School diploma
- TOEFL 213 (computer based)
- 2 recommendation letters

UNIVERSITY CONFERING THE DEGREE
University of Greenwich (UK)

Aims
This is a fully accredited career-oriented programme that will enable you to gain a broad foundation in all key areas of biological science and nutrition while developing a wide range of scientific skills to prepare you for employment or further study in nutrition science. The programme has a strong emphasis on hands-on practical work, and one quarter of the assessment in the first two years is practical based. In addition, there is a double project in the final year.

Curriculum
Year 1
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Fundamental Biology and Physiology
Basic Chemistry for Life Sciences
Basic Principles of Nutrition
Practical and Professional Skills
Year 2
Physiological Systems and Regulation
Metabolism and Disease
Cell and Microbial Biology
Human Nutrition
Nutritional Epidemiology & Health Promotion
Research and Professional Skills
Year 3
Project
Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Planning for Personal & Professional Development
Advanced Human Nutrition
Public Health Nutrition
Clinical Nutrition
Specialised Topics in Nutrition 

Duration
The BSc in Nutrition is a 3-year full-time programme, taught exclusively in the English language. Courses are offered within a two-term period, with two exam periods in May and August.

Careers
On completion of the programme the successful graduate will enjoy a wide variety of opportunities in public health, nutrition, health education and promotion. Job opportunities are also available in private nutrition research institutes, teaching, food and health journalism, consumer groups, food retailers or the food industry.