Course summary
Applied Human Nutrition is a practical, research driven master course. It details the science behind the nutritional requirements of humans from pre-conception to old age. Poor nutrition is causing increasing public health problems in all sectors and ages. This is especially clear among the young and the elderly. On this course you will examine:
- the specific problems of global nutrition and the implications for public health
- the provision of food and nutrients to the body, facilitating optimum physical and mental development and health maintenance.
Modules
For the PGDip and PGCert awards your module choices may be different. Please contact us for more details.
Assessment method
Each module is assessed individually, generally on the quality of written or design work, and to some extent on verbal presentations; assessment methods may include essays, seminar papers, formal written examinations, in-class tests, project work, design and verbal presentations, workshops, simulations, and practical exercises. Depending on the course you are studying, you will be required to complete the following: MSc students - 180 level seven credits PGDip students - 120 level seven credits PGCert students - 60 level seven credits.
How to apply
International applicants
Please see the university's standard English language requirements.
Entry requirements
In order to successfully complete a postgraduate course, applicants are usually expected to have (or be about to attain) at least a second class honours degree in a related scientific subject from a recognised institution of higher education. If you do not have these academic qualifications, you could still be offered a place on this course if you can show evidence of the potential to succeed based on professional and/or related experiences. For applicants whose first language is not English, an Academic IELTS score of 6.5 (with 6.5 in Reading and Writing, and 6.0 in Listening and Speaking) is required.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £4650 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4650 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4650 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4650 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £4650 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note tuition fees may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP