Course summary
The MSc in Lifestyle Medicine (Obesity) covers a range of interdisciplinary topics focused on preventing, managing, and reversing chronic diseases through evidence-based lifestyle interventions. Whilst it does have a particular emphasis on obesity, it covers other non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis and mental health disorders. Core topics include Nutrition and Metabolic Health, Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription, Mental Health, Well-being and behaviour change, Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice and Clinical and Practical Applications. This course equips graduates with the skills to integrate lifestyle interventions into clinical practice, public health, and wellness coaching, improving health outcomes on both individual and societal levels. A Master's degree in Lifestyle Medicine (Obesity) opens up diverse career opportunities in healthcare, public health, research, and wellness. Graduates can work in clinical, corporate, academic, and community settings to promote disease prevention and holistic health.
Modules
Please see our website for the most up-to-date module information.
Assessment method
The range of assessment methods on the course represents different types of tasks that you are likely to encounter in the workplace. These include assessments in the form of practical lab assessments, lab reports, written work (both long and short form e.g. reports, reflections), portfolios and presentations. Assessments on the course are also integrated into the learning process, enabling consistent application of knowledge to occur. Course staff continuously review the methods of assessment utilised within modules, guaranteeing authenticity and currency within the context of postgraduate-level employment.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant discipline, e.g. Physiotherapy, Medicine, Sport and Exercise, Nutrition, Psychology, Nursing, Pharmacy, or equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see our website for current fee information: https://www.chester.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate-fees/postgraduate-taught-fees/
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ