University of Chester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Study this multidisciplinary subject where social and biological sciences influence health, on our accredited course. Nutrition professionals have been graduating from our University for almost 20 years. We have an excellent reputation as one of the major providers of nutrition-related courses in the UK. This accredited degree is designed to meet the Association for Nutrition (AfN) competencies required of a professional nutritionist. All our tutors are undertaking research and scholarly activity which continues to promote the field of nutrition. Our team is dedicated to providing a course of study aimed at producing professional graduates who continue to be in much demand within our society. Features of our course include: AfN accreditation, professional development seminars and a work-based placement module, all of which contribute to the excellent employment prospects of our graduates. We have strong links with the AfN, the food industry and other employers including the NHS, Public Health England and NoWFOOD – The North West Food Research Development Centre, which is also based on our Exton Park site.
Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Assessment method
Assessment within each module typically consists of a mixture of coursework and written examinations. Examinations follow a range of formats including multiple choice and short answer questions.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Association for Nutrition
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- B400
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BCC - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 15 credits
Scottish Higher - BBBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4
T Level - M
Please note that the Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. GCSE grade 4/C or above in English Language and Mathematics is required.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
The University may increase these fees at the start of each subsequent year of your course in line with inflation at that time, as measured by the Retail Price Index. These fee levels and increases are subject to any necessary government, and other regulatory, approvals.
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ