Course summary

Why choose this course This course is the only evidence-based MSc Nutritional Medicine programme in Europe and uses the latest research to investigate the impact that nutrition has on health, disease and ageing. Designed for those with a role in nutrition and health practice, such as general practitioners, gastroenterologists, dietitians, pharmacists, and food scientists, you’ll learn about nutritionally related aspects of health and disease, in order to inform patients and industry. This course is taught by leading experts at the frontline of research and practice, ensuring everything you learn is relevant and valued by employers. We were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize 2017-18 for Further and Higher Education, in recognition of our research excellence in the field of food and nutrition. What you will study You’ll gain a deep understanding of the complex relationships between nutrition and health, and the range and potential of nutritional management to postpone or treat disease. You’ll develop a critical and scholarly approach to theory, practice, literature and research findings, within the subject. You’ll study topics including, antioxidants, diet and behaviour, epidemiology, lipids, nutrition and exercise for health and sports performance, nutritional aspects of pregnancy, the nervous system, and phytoprotectants. You’ll also complete a research dissertation that will allow you to carry out experiments and projects on important topics in the field. We’ll match your interests with the expertise of our researchers, ensuring you get the best support.