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Food, Nutrition and Health at University of Exeter - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

The Department of Public Health and Sports Sciences is the central hub for public health research at the University of Exeter. We are an interdisciplinary group, with backgrounds in nutrition science, public health nutrition, epidemiology, psychology, sociology, and medicine. Food, nutrition and health research at the University of Exeter covers a diverse range of interrelated topics including:

  • Food and Nutrition
  • Food Systems & Planetary Health
  • Clinical nutrition
  • Nutritional Physiology
  • Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism
  • Bioactives and Human Health & Performance
  • Children’s Health & Exercise Research Centre (CHERC)
Our interdisciplinary research is underpinned by our current expertise in nutrition science, human nutrition and dietetics, sustainable nutrition and planetary health, nutrition physiology, and sports nutrition, as well as cutting-edge facilities and techniques. This allows us to offer projects ranging from “bench to bedside” to community and policy. Be part of the Exeter Food Network: An integrated interdisciplinary group of >165 scientists from Nutrition, Physiology, Public Health, Sport Science, Biosciences, Medical Sciences, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Computer Science, and Economy. To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.

Assessment method

Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.

How to apply

International applicants

Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. INTO University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page.

Entry requirements

Applicants will typically hold (or be expected to attain) a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent), or an MSc in a related subject. They would normally have a strong background in the field of study at undergraduate level or an MSc in a related subject that would underpin the knowledge required to conduct independent research as an MPhil/PhD student. This would usually require a good 2:1 BSc degree for UK students For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.

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

In addition to tuition fees and living costs, your programme of study may have other costs associated with it, such as laboratory equipment or field trips. For more information about fees and additional costs please visit our course page.

Sponsorship information

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.

Food, Nutrition and Health at University of Exeter - UCAS