13Mar
UndergraduateUniversity of Central Lancashire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Course overview Discover how to fight against unhealthy food choices and sedentary lifestyles using a scientific approach to nutrition and food science. Why study with us
- Upon accreditation, our Nutrition graduates can become Associate Registered Nutritionists with the Association for Nutrition.
- Learn from registered nutritionists, exercise physiologists, and experienced industry professionals.
- Pathways to enrol in our MSc Dietetics, MSc Clinical Nutrition & Exercise Prescription, and MSc Food Safety Management programs.
- This course produces skilled graduates who will fill the gap between the medical profession and the food industry. You’ll develop an understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer and metabolic diseases, as well as learning how to create effective nutritional interventions.
- This course provides opportunities to undertake work experience, support real-world research as well as study abroad via student exchange programmes. We have links with universities in the United States, Canada and China
- Throughout your degree you will have access to a range of facilities which includes our accredited Physiology laboratory and specialist nutrition and food chemistry equipment to aid teaching and research.
Modules
Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B402
- Institution code:
- C30
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MPP
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - MM
T Level - Pass (D or E)
Given the nature of this programme, applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications, or relevant work/life experience and who have aspirations for professional careers in the fields of nutrition, but lack the requisite academic qualifications, are welcome. Such applications will be reviewed on an individual basis and may require the applicant to be invited to interview.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 with no component score lower than 5.5 to have been taken within two years prior to the course commencement date.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
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 note fees for the foundation year will be £9,535, and then £9,535 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
Provider information
University of Central Lancashire
Preston
PR1 2HE