MSc Human Nutrition
University of Surrey
Key Information
Campus location
Guildford, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 26,000 / per year *
Application deadline
01 Jul 2024
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* for Overseas; for UK students: £9,900
Introduction
Why Choose This Course
Study a research-led curriculum to develop a deep understanding of current issues in the field of human nutrition
Learn from lecturers who’ ve been awarded the Queen&rsquo's Anniversary Prize 2017-18 for Further and Higher Education, in recognition of their research excellence in the field of food and nutrition
Access our multi-million-pound biomedical laboratories, kitted out with the latest industry equipment, to measure rates of synthesis, disposal, and conversion of metabolites
Join one of our research groups to take part in seminars and workshops, and benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world
Get the academic requirements needed to register with the Association for Nutrition (AfN) to work as an associate nutritionist once you’ve graduated.
What you will study
You'll investigate the evidence-based links between diet, health, and disease, supported by a full appreciation for the nutritional mechanisms involved. You'll develop your knowledge and scientific research skills to an advanced level, preparing you for a career in nutritional sciences.
You'll study topics, including the fundamentals of human nutrition, international and public health nutrition, metabolic nutrition, molecular nutrition, and sports and exercise nutrition.
You'll also undertake your own original research, and we’ll supervise 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. You'll also be part of ongoing research activity at Surrey.
Research Groups
You'll be invited to join one of our research groups focusing on metabolic medicine, food and macronutrients, and public health and food security. You’ll participate in discussions about research topics, findings, and publications, and you’ll benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world.
We also have a host of external speakers who visit us and present their work, and a collection of seminars and workshops, allowing you to network with like-minded individuals.
Teaching
Your teaching will be delivered through a combination of:
- Group work (e.g. discussion groups)
- Laboratory-based practicals
- Lectures
- Online learning
- Presentations
- Tutorials.
Outside of these, you’ll be expected to carry out independent study, including coursework, essays, laboratory write-ups, and reading.
There may be occasions when the delivery of your teaching is supported by graduate teaching assistants. The University has a set of procedures that govern the use of postgraduate research students in this way.
Professional Recognition
MSc - Association for Nutrition (AfN)
Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN) for the purpose of eligibility for Direct Entry Registration at the Associate Level with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN).
Admissions
Curriculum
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand, and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programs based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75, or 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.
The structure of our programs follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each program. These are all outlined in the program specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes
Year 1
Full-time
- Fundamentals of Human Nutrition
- Nutrition Professionalism in Practice
- Nutrition Research Methodology
- Nutritional Evaluation and Assessment
- International and Public Health Nutrition
- Metabolic Nutrition
- Molecular Nutrition
- Sports and Exercise Nutrition
- Research Project
Optional modules for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Students must pass a minimum of 15 credits from Semester 1 and achieve an overall pass mark (50%) across all Semester 1 modules to progress to the Original Research Project (MHUM009)
Timetable
Course timetables are normally available one month before the start of the semester.
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week, and in subsequent semesters, two weeks prior to the start of semester.
Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday). Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities. Part-time classes are normally scheduled on one or two days per week, details of which can be obtained from the Academic Hive.
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Career Opportunities
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University. Our graduates have lifetime access to Surrey Pathfinder, our online portal for appointment and events bookings, jobs, placements, and interactive development tools.
This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN). This means you’ll be eligible to apply for direct entry into the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists to work as an associate nutritionist (ANutr) upon successful completion of your studies. Once you’ve gained three years of post-degree professional experience, you’ll be eligible to apply for registered nutritionist status (RNutr). ANutr and RNutr nutritionists are the only evidence-based nutritionists recognized by Public Health England and the Department of Health.
100 per cent of our postgraduate health sciences graduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes survey 2023, HESA). Our alumni take on roles as nutritionists and healthcare assistants, working for NHS trusts, food production companies, Government departments, nutrition organisations, sports clubs and start-ups.
The skills you’ll gain are also highly relevant in other fields, including consultancy and pharmaceuticals. Many of our graduates go on to complete a PhD, investigating an area of personal interest.
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English Language Requirements
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