Human Nutrition (including foundation year) BSc (Hons)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2023-07-01 | 2023-04-28 |
| 2023-09-19 | 2023-05-25 |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This four-year Human Nutrition program, including a foundation year, provides a comprehensive education in nutrition science. Ranked third in the UK, it prepares students for careers in public health, dietetics, and other nutrition-related fields. The program emphasizes student-centered learning and research skills development, leading to a degree equivalent to the standard three-year program.
Program Outline
Human Nutrition (including foundation year) - BSc (Hons)
Degree Overview:
This four-year program combines a foundation year with a traditional three-year human nutrition degree. It allows students who haven't met traditional entry requirements or lack the necessary qualifications to gain the skills and knowledge needed for entry into undergraduate study. Upon completion, students receive the same academic degree as graduates of the standard three-year program. The program blends broad scientific perspectives with in-depth analysis of human nutrition, preparing students for academic studies and careers in the public or private sectors. London Met's nutrition and food science courses are ranked third in the UK according to the Guardian University Guide and are recognized for their teaching quality and student satisfaction.
Key Features:
- Four-year program with a dedicated foundation year
- Same academic degree as the standard three-year program
- Ranked third in the UK for nutrition and food science
- Prepares students for academic studies and careers in the public or private sectors
Outline:
Foundation Year (Year 0):
Covers essential scientific concepts in biology, chemistry, nutrition, and sports science.
Year 1:
- Anatomy and Physiology 1: Explores the structure and function of the human body.
- Anatomy and Physiology 2: Delves deeper into the function and regulation of the human body.
- Applied Health Psychology: Introduces the role of psychology in understanding health and nutrition behavior.
- Biochemistry for Life Sciences: Explores the fundamental properties of key biochemical molecules and their role in biological processes.
- Cell Biology: Focuses on the structure and function of cells.
- Essentials of Human Nutrition: Provides an introduction to the science of nutrition and its applications.
- Health, Society and Behaviour: Explores the influence of society and behavior on health and nutrition.
- Introduction to Human Nutrition: Introduces the key concepts of nutritional science.
Year 2:
- Applied Food and Nutritional Science: Analyzes the chemical composition and processing of food commodities.
- Energy and Macronutrients: Examines the fundamentals of energy balance and the role of macronutrients in health.
- Micronutrients for Health: Studies the role of vitamins and minerals in human health.
- Public Health Nutrition: Provides an overview of public health principles and the application of nutrition interventions.
- Techniques in Dietary Assessment: Introduces methods for assessment of nutrient intake.
- Techniques in Nutritional Research: Explores the principles of research methodology in the context of nutrition.
Year 3:
- Diet and Disease: Explores the relationship between diet and health outcomes.
- Empowering London: Students participate in a work-based learning project focused on addressing a community challenge.
- Energy Metabolism and Endocrinology: Integrates the biochemical and physiological aspects of energy balance.
- Global Health Nutrition: Explores major global nutritional issues and strategies for addressing them.
- Human Nutrition Research Dissertation: Students conduct a research project or critical review.
- Nutrition through the Lifecycle: Examines the nutritional needs and challenges throughout the human lifespan.
- Sports and Exercise Nutrition: Focuses on the nutritional needs of athletes and individuals participating in regular exercise.
Assessment:
Assessment methods include:
- Progress tests
- Online tests
- Coursework
- Practical reports
- Presentations
- Essays
- Posters
- Examinations
- Online multiple-choice tests
- Scientific reports
- Individual and group research projects
- Final year dissertation
Teaching:
Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Laboratory work
- Field trips
- Guest lectures
- Work-based learning The program emphasizes student-centered learning and active participation. It also provides opportunities for students to develop their research and communication skills.
Careers:
Graduates of this program have gone on to careers in:
- Dietetics
- Health promotion
- Public health
- Sport and exercise science
- Food science
- Research
- Education
- Students who successfully complete the foundation year and progress to the dietetics or dietetics and nutrition degree may be eligible for a government grant.
- London Met offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course for students who need to improve their English language skills before starting their degree.
Entry Requirements:
UK & EU Applicants:
Academic qualifications:
At least one
A level (or a minimum of 32 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, e.g., BTEC National, OCR Diploma or Advanced Diploma) English Language and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent). Applicants with a minimum D (grade 3) in either subject may be offered a University test to demonstrate proficiency.
Other applicants may have level 3 qualifications such as:
- A level
- BTEC Extended Diploma
- Access to Higher Education qualifications
- However, these must have high UCAS points and grades, but not in relevant subject areas like Biology and Chemistry, which are required to study for BSc programmes in the School of Human Sciences.
Additional requirements for progression to Dietetics BSc or Dietetics and Nutrition BSc:
Students who wish to progress to either the Dietetics BSc or Dietetics and Nutrition BSc need to meet specific criteria:
For Dietetics BSc:
- Pass all modules without reassessment
- Achieve an average mark of ≥ 70%
For Dietetics and Nutrition BSc:
- Pass all modules without reassessment
- Achieve an average mark of ≥ 65%
Additionally, these students must also:
- Pass an interview
- Complete 5 days of work experience with vulnerable populations
Language Requirements:
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English Language requirements for an AfN Accredited programme. This requires a minimum of 6.5 IELTS (or equivalent), with no individual section less than 6.0.
