Masters Degrees (Nutrition And Dietetics)

This is an accredited professional two-year postgraduate degree course which provides you with an award in Nutrition and Dietetics together with eligibility for registration as a dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK).

Please note that entry is to the Diploma stage of the course only. On successful completion of the Diploma stage, you may progress to the Master's; however, fees will be payable for this stage of the course should you decide to progress. Please see ‘Fees and Funding’.

Please also note that there is a strict deadline for applications to this course for 2017 entry of midnight on Friday 16th December 2016. We cannot accept any documentation after the deadline. Applications are now closed for 2017 entry

Why Study Nutrition and Dietetics with us?

We aim to deliver our accredited course in an innovative way. Academic and placement learning is delivered by experienced academics and practitioners who are all committed to helping you to develop the necessary skills to become an effective dietetic practitioner contributing to high-quality evidence-based practice.

You will have access to course-specific facilities and laboratories, and benefit from the Faculty’s links with local NHS trusts and practitioners, plus expertise from the pharmaceutical and food industries and British Dietetic Association specialist groups.

What will I learn?

Our modules aim to develop your critical awareness of evidence based practice. This includes studying clinical, biological, psychological and social aspects of dietetics and then utilising and developing your skills in a series of placement opportunities.

You will also develop applied research skills in nutrition and dietetics aimed at promoting high-quality effective care.

How will I be taught?

Teaching is delivered in interactive workshops, lectures, tutorials and practicals delivered in course-specific facilities and laboratories, and on placement with local NHS trusts and practitioners.
Due to the need to achieve professional accreditation and registration, the teaching experience is intensive and student focused. Contact hours vary through the semesters, but you will have around 12 contact hours and 18 hours of self-study per week, including working towards assessments.

How will I be assessed?

There are a variety of assessments including examinations, coursework, and group and individual presentations.

Postgraduate Visit Opportunities

If you are interested in this courses we have a number of opportunities to visit us and our campuses. To find out more about these options and to book a visit, please go to: https://www1.chester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/postgraduate-visit-opportunities

Request a Prospectus

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The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics provides professional education for dietitians and nutritionists. It builds on major concepts from the study of human biochemistry and physiology to discuss the roles of all nutrients, nutritional contents of food and diet in health and disease. The program includes all the units of study to ensure you reach dietetics competence including public health, medical nutrition therapy, food service management, communication, management, and research and evaluation.

Sydney advantage
Sydney has a long history in educating dietitians and nutritionists with the first postgraduate diploma course commencing in 1967. Our course draws on the expertise of researchers and clinicians in nutrition science, public health, medicine and dietetics. Being in central Sydney gives us the advantage of calling on external guest lecturers. We have access to members of the science and medical faculties and use leading university teaching hospitals (Sydney and rural if preferred) for placement experiences. Our master’s program offers a full semester of supervised research training that meets the requirement to enter a PhD.

Program expectations
Our academics teach from a research-driven base but understand the importance of the translation of the research into evidence-based dietetic practice. The course will equip you with the skills for life-long professional development as a dietitian/nutritionist whether you want to work in the clinical or public health fields, in a hospital or primary care private practice, in a community health facility or a research organisation.

The course is accredited by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA).

Please note that places in this course are limited and subject to strict enrolment quotas.

To ask a question about this course, visit http://sydney.edu.au/internationaloffice/

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About the program

Bond University’s Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice is the first program of its kind in Australia.

As the only Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 9 Masters Degree (Extended) dietetics program, it places a distinct emphasis on developing evidence-based practitioners with extensive participation in dietetics practice in various contexts both locally and abroad, as well as possessing research experience.

You will have the opportunity to develop specialist skills related to the practice of nutrition and dietetics through extensive professional practice placements.

A unique feature of this program is the completion of an international placement. This experience develops your skills in international nutrition and dietetic practice, including the development of cultural competency. You will gain a global perspective of the effects of different cultural, political, economic and physical environments on nutrition and dietetic issues which you can integrate into your professional practice.

You will also engage in projects and opportunities that focus on the entrepreneurial practice of nutrition and dietetics to develop leadership, management, media and marketing skills.

See the website https://bond.edu.au/program/master-nutrition-and-dietetic-practice

Professional outcomes

The Bond University Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program has been designed to produce nutrition professionals who are equipped with a unique set of knowledge, skills and experience in research and practice.

Graduates of the program will be able to apply their skills and experience across a range of areas including:
- clinical dietetics
- private practice
- food service management
- public health nutrition
- corporate health and wellness
- sports nutrition
- the food industry
- nutrition in child care centres, schools and aged care facilities
- research

Graduates may be eligible to progress to further post-graduate research, leading to potential career options in research organisations and academia.

International students

In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form. To find out more about the application process please refer to How to Apply (https://bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/how-apply ) or contact one of our in-country representatives for more information.
1. Applications should include all accompanying documentation, including an academic transcript and documented proof of English Language Proficiency.
2. Applications will then be assessed by the Faculty to determine eligibility based on academic performance.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview to be held on-campus (at the expense of the applicant) or via video interview.

English language proficiency requirements

Applicants whose previous study was not completed in one of the countries listed where English is considered a first language, must provide documented evidence of the required level of proficiency in the English language.

Applications should include all accompanying documentation, including an academic transcript and documented proof of English language proficiency.

For more detailed information: English Language Proficiency Requirements https://bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/how-apply/information-international-students/english-language-requirements .

Industry placements & research

The philosophy of the program is to produce dietitians with a difference. You will have the opportunity to develop specialist skills related to the practice of nutrition and dietetics through extensive professional practice placements and also undertake research in nutrition.

The nutrition and dietetics professional placement internship program is distributed across four subjects. Collectively, these subjects meet the professional course accreditation requirements of the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) by providing a minimum of 20 weeks of professional practice in the fields of clinical dietetics, food service management and community and public health nutrition.

A unique feature of this program is the completion of an international placement. You will gain an international perspective of the effects of different cultural, political, economic and physical environments on nutrition and dietetic issues which you can integrate into your professional practice.

* Students intending to apply should be aware of the following: You may be required to attend internships with organisations in locations other than the Gold Coast region. These placements may involve additional associated costs (i.e. accommodation and travel) for which you will be responsible.

Professional recognition

Bond University is formally engaged in the accreditation process with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and has submitted a provisional accreditation review report to the DAA. A graduate of an accredited program is eligible to become a DAA member with dietetic qualifications, and can join the Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Program. Full details of the stages in the DAA accreditation process are available at http://www.daa.asn.au.

All enquiries regarding the progress of the program’s accreditation review should be directed to the University’s Dietetic Program Head.

See the website https://bond.edu.au/program/master-nutrition-and-dietetic-practice

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Nutritional science is a subject of growing importance in many aspects of healthcare, lifestyle and industry. This programme, established since 1994 and accredited by the Association of Nutrition (AfN), provides students with an expert evidence-based approach to Human Nutrition, integrating teaching on basic sciences, clinical practice and public health applications.

Why this programme

-Students explore how our choices of foods affect the biochemical and physiological functions of cells and organs, and how our diets influence physical, mental and social health.
-This MSc is unique in the UK in providing four different specialisation areas – Public Health Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Obesity & Weight Management and Sports & Exercise Nutrition.
-If you are passionate about nutrition and keen to learn through an in-depth, evidence based, critical approach and enthusiastic about specialising in a particular area - public health nutrition, clinical nutrition, obesity and weight management or sports and exercise nutrition, then this programme is for you.
-There is a long tradition of excellence in Nutrition at the University of Glasgow, with pioneering research by Cathcart, Paton and Boyd. More recently Durnin, Cockburn and Dunnigan, and current Glasgow academics continue to make important contributions in the field of Nutrition.
-This programme has a truly global reach, taught by international staff and external experts, offering great flexibility to suit individual student needs.
-A range of transferable skills are integrated and embedded into this programme, for example, critical review skills, which are highly sought after within the competitive job market. You will learn how to develop a substantial research proposal as a team, gaining valuable skills for future employment.
-After completing this programme you will have gained valuable understanding and a range of skills for interdisciplinary working and for interpreting nutrition research.
-Our staff are highly trained, enthusiastic and experienced. The staff and University environment are very supportive: feedback from past students emphasises the dedication, approachability and enthusiasm of the programme team.
-The MSc (Med Sci) Human Nutrition is accredited by the Association for Nutrition. All graduates will be eligible for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) as an Associate Nutritionist (ANutr). It is expected that you will normally transition to full registration after three years, when you will also identify your area of specialism from the five options available. For more information, please see http://www.associationfornutrition.org/.
-You will have the opportunity to study at the recently refurbished Glasgow Royal Infirmary with its state of the art teaching facilities.

Programme structure

The programme provides a thorough grounding in the principles, practice and research of human nutrition and the opportunity to follow a successful career in the UK or overseas. You will have the knowledge and experience necessary for engaging in and contributing to current issues in the field of human nutrition. An additional research component allows the development of valuable skills for practising and interpreting nutrition research.

The teaching programme is given in the form of lectures, practical sessions, debates, case studies, team work tasks, self-directed learning, seminars and tutorials. Additional material and electronic resources such as quizzes, online chats and teaching videos are available on moodle, the University’s virtual learning environment, to support and enhance students’ learning experience.

Core courses
-Food and nutrient requirements and nutrition through the lifecycle
-Digestion, absorption and nutritional metabolism
-Dietary and nutritional assessment
-Public health and eating behaviour

Specialisation courses - one from the following:
-Public health nutrition
-Clinical nutrition
-Obesity and weight management
-Sports and exercise nutrition

As part of their specialisation, all students complete a taught course and research proposal.

Research Project
Subject to satisfactory results, students progress on to a research project in the area of their specialisation. The project is presented as a written report in the form of a scientific paper for assessment in August and may also provide the basis for publication and presentation at scientific meetings.

Transferable Skills
This programme includes a range of training in transferable skills.
-Learning techniques
-Communication
-Presentation
-Literature searching
-Academic journal review
-Statistics and data handling

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAMME DOES NOT LEAD TO STATE REGISTRATION IN DIETETICS.

Career prospects

Graduates are well placed for a variety of employment opportunities in the food and health industries, public health, research, health promotion, food policy, the media and relief/development work in less developed countries. There is an expanding role for high quality nutritionists in all these sectors. The programme is intended to meet this demand. This course provides a sound basis from which to apply for employment in advisory positions in industry or government agencies, to undertake professional training in dietetics, or for further doctoral-level research training for academic or teaching careers.

A high proportion of our graduates go on to complete PhDs in Glasgow or other high quality institutions across the world. Careers of some of our recent graduates include:
-Weight management consultant
-Researcher, MRC nutrition research facility
-Nutritionist, Dribble Delights
-Assistant project worker, Angus Healthy Happy Communities
-Research Associate, Nutritional Biochemistry (U. of Glasgow)
-Nutrition Society of China officer
-Project administration, Action Against Hunger, Canada
-Private Nutrition clinic, Greece
-Nutrition Researcher, Kenya
-Lecturer in Clinical Nutrition (U. of Glasgow)
-Research Fellow on Eating Behaviour (U. of London)
-Development Worker, High Five for Fruit, Lanarkshire Community Food and Health Partnership
-Nutritionist, North Lanarkshire Council
-Food & Health Alliance Co-ordinator, NHS Health Scotland
-Nutrition Consultant, FAO Rome
-Programme Officer, Food & Health Alliance, NHS Health Scotland
-New Product Development Project Manager, Kinnerton Confectionery Ltd
-Intervention worker on prevention of childhood obesity, National Institute of Perinatology, Mexico
-Nutrition Adviser, Scottish Consumer Council
-Milton Community Food Project Officer, North Glasgow Healthy Living Community
-Emergency Nutrition Worker, Action Against Hunger, GOAL

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This diploma program is designed to build on undergraduate studies in the health and related sciences to develop specialist knowledge, skills and attitudes relating to human nutrition and health.

This program is a useful pre-medical program for graduates with ambitions to enter post-graduate medical programs, as a pathway into postgraduate specialisation in nutrition or for internationally-educated dietitians requiring professional updates before applying for Australian qualification recognition.

Successful graduates from this diploma program are well-placed to progress to further studies via the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice to become qualified as a dietitian and receive full credit for subjects studied in this program.

Professional outcomes

The Graduate Diploma of Nutrition has been designed to upskill graduates and health professionals already working in, or planning to work within areas of nutrition and health. 

The Graduate Diploma is a useful pre-medical program for graduates with ambitions to enter post-graduate medical programs, as a pathway into postgraduate specialisation in nutrition or for internationally-educated dietitians requiring professional updates for recognition of their qualifications in Australia. Please refer to the Dietitians Association of Australia for details.

Structure and subjects

Semester 1 (May start)

• Nutrition and Food Science (NUTR71-100)
• Nutrition Assessment and Diagnosis (NUTR71-101)
• Nutrition Communication and Behaviour (NUTR71-102)
• Nutrition Issues and Priorities (NUTR71-103)

Semester 2

• Clinical Dietetics A (NUTR71-104)
• Food Service Dietetics (NUTR71-106)
• Nutrition and Chronic Disease Management (NUTR71-105)
• Public Health Nutrition Practice (NUTR71-107)

*Subject names and structure may change

Successful graduates from the Graduate Diploma are well-placed to progress to further studies in the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice to become qualified as a dietitian. Subjects completed in the Graduate Diploma are credited to the Master program.  

Learning and teaching methodology

The Bond University Graduate Diploma of Nutrition is designed to expose and engage students with professional, industry and workplace activities from the first semester. In addition to case-based learning, small group projects, team work and simulated learning environments, students participate in, and are assessed on, practice-related activities outside the university environment to develop competency as nutrition professionals. 

Students also benefit from the extensive professional experience of nutrition and dietetic academic staff in a range of fields, including clinical dietetics, sports nutrition, the food industry, private practice and public health nutrition, as well as their national and international professional networks.

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The science behind strong. The Meredith M.S. in Nutrition.

Grounded in the natural and biological sciences, the Meredith M.S. in Nutrition program in Raleigh provides advanced study in human nutrition, including modes of inquiry in the field, the role of food and nutrients in human biology, and in the physical development and maintenance of health and well-being of individuals in the lifecycle.

Students will develop the skills to critically evaluate current and emerging issues in the field, as well as the tools for effective advocacy and professional involvement. The discipline of nutrition is explored recognizing the interrelationships that exist among people, diet, health, quality of life, and in the context of the modern food system.

The result? Knowledgeable professionals who are ready to care for patients and advise those who want to improve their health.

Program Quick Facts

-Coeducational program open to men and women.
-33-37 credit hours.
-Full-time and part-time options available.
-Typical time to degree is two years.
-Courses are primarily scheduled in the evening and meet in-person, with some online and hybrid course offerings.
-Areas of emphasis include dietetics, food studies, gastronomy, sports nutrition, cultural foods, and lifespan wellness.
-Admission deadlines are June 1 for fall (classes begin in August), November 1 for spring (classes begin in January), and April 1 for summer (classes begin in May).
-Both nutrition degree holders and career changers enroll in the program.
-Tuition is approximately $18,975 - $21,275 ($575 per credit hour) for 33-37 hours plus $75 per semester program fee.

Program Values

The Meredith M.S. in Nutrition program is dedicated to a set of core values that reflect standards of knowledge and practice in the field of nutrition, and a belief in the role of quality food to influence health and enrich lives. These values serve as the guiding curricular and co-curricular elements of the program.

-Academic excellence: promoting scholarship, curiosity, intellectual rigor, and integrity.
-Advocacy: encouraging sound nutrition and optimum health through engagement and support of people and programs dedicated to the profession.
-Professional development: advancing opportunities and participation in the field of food and nutrition, and setting the foundation for life-long growth and involvement in the profession.
-Quality food: fostering an appreciation for high quality, whole, nourishing food and its contribution to the quality of life.
-Sustainability: supporting food production and distribution systems that are environmentally sound and promote an equitable and just food supply.

Program Goals

The candidate will:
-Develop a thorough knowledge base on core topics in nutrition.
-Identify and discriminate among the different methods of inquiry in the field of nutrition.
-Develop cognitive skills to analyze and propose solutions to complex issues in the field.
-Locate and evaluate professional literature and current findings in the field.
-Develop skills to effectively communicate topics and issues in the field of nutrition to lay and professional groups.

Curriculum

The Meredith curriculum offers both thesis and non-thesis options to obtain the M.S. in Nutrition. The core curriculum provides advanced study and training in the research process, analysis of current findings, skills to communicate nutrition concepts to others, and an understanding of the function of food and nutrients in humans. You can select from a variety of elective courses that match your personal or professional interests. Through the appropriate selection of elective courses, and thesis or project topics, the following areas of emphasis can be created: eco-nutrition/gastronomy, sports nutrition, cultural foods, and lifespan wellness policies.

Other admission requirements

-Letters of Recommendation – Two completed recommendation forms from people with knowledge of your professional work or academic ability within your area of work or study, available to submit electronically online or in printable versions. Ideally, one recommendation form should be provided by a supervisor from an employment or volunteer position; one recommendation form should be provided by an instructor from a nutrition or nutrition-related science course.
-Focused research or practicum interest and program compatibility, clearly evident in essay answers.
-Professional writing skills demonstrated in applicant essay and GRE Writing score.
-Include a current resume
-Many students seeking a Master of Science in Nutrition degree from Meredith College are also interested in the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) as preparation for application to a dietetic internship. Acceptance into the MS Nutrition program is not a guarantee of acceptance into a dietetic internship at Meredith College. Please note that the application for the MS Nutrition program should reflect your research and/or practical interests in the field of nutrition and how a Master’s degree in nutrition from Meredith College will contribute to your academic and professional goals independent of any dietetic interests.

See website for more information on entry into this course: http://www.meredith.edu/academics/graduate_programs/nutrition/master_of_science_in_nutrition/

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The Graduate Certificate program is designed to build on undergraduate studies in the health and related sciences to develop specialist knowledge, skills and attitudes relating to human nutrition and health.

This program is a useful pre-medical program for graduates with ambitions to enter post-graduate medical programs, as a pathway into postgraduate specialisation in nutrition or for internationally educated dietitians requiring professional updates before applying for Australian qualification recognition.

Students participate in, and are assessed on, practice-related activities outside the university environment to develop competency as nutrition professionals.

Professional outcomes

The Graduate Certificate of Nutrition has been designed to upskill graduates and health professionals already working in, or planning to work within areas of nutrition and health. 

This Graduate Certificate is a useful pre-medical program for graduates with ambitions to enter post-graduate medical programs, as a pathway into postgraduate specialisation in nutrition or for internationally-educated dietitians requiring professional updates for recognition of their qualifications in Australia. Please refer to the Dietitians Association of Australia for details.

Structure and subjects

Semester 1 (May start)

• Nutrition and Food Science (NUTR71-100)
• Nutrition Assessment and Diagnosis (NUTR71-101)
• Nutrition Communication and Behaviour (NUTR71-102)
• Nutrition Issues and Priorities (NUTR71-103)

*Subject names and structure may change

Successful graduates from the Certificate are well-placed to progress to further studies via the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice to become qualified as a dietitian and are eligible to receive credit for subjects successfully completed in this degree. 

Graduates are also eligible to progress into the Graduate Diploma of Nutrition to develop further knowledge and skills relating to human nutrition and health.

Learning and teaching methodology

The Bond University Graduate Certificate of Nutrition is designed to expose and engage students with professional, industry and workplace activities. In addition to case-based learning, small group projects, team work and simulated learning environments, students participate in, and are assessed on, practice-related activities outside the university environment to develop competency as nutrition professionals. 

Students also benefit from the extensive professional experience of nutrition and dietetic academic staff in a range of fields, including clinical dietetics, sports nutrition, the food industry, private practice and public health nutrition, as well as their national and international professional networks

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Over the past decade, the impact that nutrition has on athletic performance has become increasingly clear.

Postgraduate study in Applied Sports Nutrition will not only upgrade your academic and professional skills, but allow you to practice skills and competencies needed to work as a sports nutrition practitioner.

There is currently a high demand for specialisation in the field of applied sports and exercise nutrition. This high demand has partly been driven by employers seeking nutritionists who work within sport to have a higher specialist degree, the continued professional development requirements from professional bodies and be on the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr).

Why St Mary's?

Applied Sports Nutrition at St Mary’s is delivered by an effective mix of experienced sports nutrition practitioners and academics, ensuring practical skills and competencies are enhanced.

The course is accredited by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) as one of their approved programmes and facilitates the preparation of those wanting to join the Register. Practical experience opportunities are encouraged throughout the degree.

The unique weekend and block-week timetable at St Mary’s means students can organise study around their personal schedule of work and leisure. This allows students to have a good work/life balance whilst undertaking this course.

The University is arguably one of London's top performing sports institutions, providing a comprehensive sports development programme that focuses on performance sport, coaching, events and recreational opportunities.

Course Content

This degree has been accredited by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) as an approved programme.

The MSc in Applied Sports Nutrition is achieved through the completion of 180 credits: 120 from the taught modules as below and a further 60 credits for the dissertation.

Depending on your initial academic background you will take one of the following two modules:
› Principles of Human Nutrition
› Physiology and Metabolism of Exercise

The following modules are core unless specified:
› Sports Nutrition (20 credits)
› Applied Sports Nutrition (20 credits)
› Special Populations - Applied Sports Nutrition (20 credits)
› Advanced Anthropometry (20 credits)
› Research Methods and Statistics (20 credits)
› Major Independent Research Project (60 credits) (MSc only)

Please note: All information is correct at the time of publication. However, course content is regularly updated and this may result in some changes, which will be communicated to students before their programme begins.

Career Prospects

The MSc / PG Diploma / PG Certificate programme is suitable for individuals wishing to pursue a career in applied sports nutrition. The programme has been designed around a range of specialist modules to develop core knowledge and applied skills in the area of sport nutrition

The programme ensures that students will be enabled to gain professional skills related to both interpersonal communication, rapport development and working in a one to one consultancy situation as well as working with groups, teams and coaches. The programme also incorporates the application of knowledge specifically related to practical situations. Individuals can study on either a full-time or part-time basis.

Former students have gained employment with Welsh Institute of sport/Leinster Rugby as well as own nutrition consultancy business.

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Human Nutrition is the scientific study of the foods we eat, the nutrients in foods, the fate of the nutrients when they are eaten and the effects of diet on health and well being. As a graduate nutritionist you will have the skills to elicit, disseminate, and apply knowledge drawn from the relevant sciences to promote an understanding of the effects of diet on human health and well-being.

Key benefits

- Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN) for the purpose of eligibility for Direct Entry Registration at Associate Level with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN).

- Ulster University is a leading centre for internationally recognised teaching and research in the field of nutrition. You will be taught by a dynamic expert of researchers, nutritionists, scientists and clinical practitioners.

Visit the website: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/course/msc-human-nutrition-ft-ce
part time option: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/course/msc-human-nutrition-pt-ce

Course detail

- Description -

This programme will provide students with a broad knowledge and understanding of human nutrition developing scientific skills to master's level. Two taught semesters provides study in core modules in human nutrition. The human nutrition research project is an integral part of this programme where students undertake an independent research project under close supervision.

- Purpose -

This programme provides postgraduate training for non-nutrition science graduates who wish to pursue a career in human nutrition. Whilst you should normally have a science background, prior knowledge of nutrition is not required.

- Teaching and learning assessment -

Ulster University is a leading centre for internationally recognised teaching and research in the field of nutrition. You will be taught by a dynamic expert of nutritionists, scientists and dietitians. Teaching is delivered by a variety of methods including face to face lectures and also using online lectures and discussions. A variety of assessments are used throughout the course to test knowledge and understanding. Assessments include examinations, class tests, practical reports, case studies, MCQ's, oral presentations and reports.

Career options

The academic content of the programme, together with the experience gained from the Masters research project, leads to excellent employment opportunities within industry, nutrition research, health promotion, public health, personalised nutrition ie in the areas of metabolomics, nutrigenomics or in nutrition overseas. Many of our graduates choose to pursue higher research degrees (PhD) or to pursue further taught study in the area of human nutrition, dietetics, sports nutrition or to complete a PGCE and become teachers of science, home economics or biology at both this University or at other institutions of higher education and research.

How to apply: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/how-to-apply#pg

Why Choose Ulster University ?

1. Over 92% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduation.
2. We are a top UK university for providing courses with a period of work placement.
3. Our teaching and the learning experience we deliver are rated at the highest level by the Quality Assurance Agency.
4. We recruit international students from more than 100 different countries.
5. More than 4,000 students from over 50 countries have successfully completed eLearning courses at Ulster University.

Flexible payment

To help spread the cost of your studies, tuition fees can be paid back in monthly instalments while you learn. If you study for a one-year, full-time master’s, you can pay your fees up-front, in one lump sum, or in either five* or ten* equal monthly payments. If you study for a master’s on a part-time basis (e.g. over three years), you can pay each year’s fees up-front or in five or ten equal monthly payments each year. This flexibility allows you to spread the payment of your fees over each academic year. Find out more by visiting https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/postgraduate

Scholarships

A comprehensive range of financial scholarships, awards and prizes are available to undergraduate, postgraduate and research students. Scholarships recognise the many ways in which our students are outstanding in their subject. Individuals may be able to apply directly or may automatically be nominated for awards. Visit the website: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/scholarships

English Language Tuition

CELT offers courses and consultations in English language and study skills to Ulster University students of all subjects, levels and nationalities. Students and researchers for whom English is an additional language can access free CELT support throughout the academic year: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/international/english-language-support

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The School of Sport and Exercise Science is home to world-leading research, and this Sport Nutrition Masters programme is taught by academics dedicated to developing scientific research into athlete-centred nutrition and extending our contemporary understanding of exercise metabolism.

•Complete this masters in one year (full time)
•A unique blend of theoretical science and applied skills taught by world leading academics engaged in nutritional consultancy with world leading sports organisations
•Staff currently provide nutrition support to Premiership Football, Super League Rugby League, European Rugby Union, professional golfers, professional jockeys, professional and amateur boxers, Team Sky Cycling, British Ski and Snowboard, Professional and Track Cycling, UK Anti Doping and many more
•Course mapped to the competencies outlined by the sports and exercise nutrition register (SENr), providing the required academic training to apply for professional accreditation
•ISAK body composition qualification
•Applied placement mentored by academic staff engaged in applied consultancy

The course is aligned to the competencies set out by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) and you are encouraged to seek professional accreditation following the completion of the degree.

We welcome applications from those who want to dedicate their postgraduate study to the application and advancement of athlete-centred practice and research application. At our world-leading School of Sport and Exercise Science, you will explore a philosophy of critical understanding in fundamental sport nutrition and exercise metabolism which will underpin your applied training modules. Leading-edge research and applied practice are central to our ongoing goals for your professional development.

To be a successful sport nutritionist we believe it is essential to study and understand classical and contemporary exercise metabolism research, and then translate this information into athlete-centered nutrition advice.

On successful completion of the course, you will understand how to deal with complex issues within nutrition, both systematically and creatively, and make sound judgements in the absence of incomplete data. You will also develop essential skills in communicating and implementing your recommendations for clients as well as specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Your tutors have extensive experience of delivering sports nutrition in a range of high level, professional and community sport organisations. These links provide excellent opportunities for research and applied placements where you can explore theory-to-practice links. To boost your employability after completing the course, you will be able to secure professional accreditation with ISAK providing you meet the required entrance qualifications.

Please see guidance below on core and option modules for further information on what you will study.

Fundamental Sport Nutrition

Covers the basics of sport nutrition, including a critical appraisal of the current thoughts with regards to carbohydrate, fat and protein requirements of athletes. The module involves traditional teaching and problem based learning.

Practical Sport Nutrition

As well as gaining professional accreditations in body composition assessment (ISAK), during this module you will be taught the key practical techniques required to work as a sport nutritionist – including diet analysis, assessment of energy expenditure, reflective practice and much more. The module will involve laboratory practicals, as well as classroom based teaching.

Research Skills

To equip you with the skills to perform an independent research project, fundamental research skills and statistical analysis are taught using practical sessions and problem based learning.

Exercise Metabolism

A comprehensive understanding of exercise metabolism is essential to fully understand sport nutrition. This module covers the basics of exercise metabolism, with the role of nutrition clearly embedded in the learning.

Supplements and Drugs in Sport

A sport nutritionist must be able to give accurate and professional advice to athletes with regards to the issues and concerns related to sports supplements. The role of WADA and UKAD will be examined, as well as how to set up safe supplement policies. At the end of the module students are encouraged to sit the free online UKAD anti-doping accreditation which is a requirement of entry onto the SENr register.

Applied Placement

All students engage in a 12 week placement provided by the university. Placements can be in high level sporting clubs such as premier league football or premiership rugby and super league rugby clubs, as well as with local sports clubs. Under mentorship from an experienced LJMU tutor, you will be guided through the process and gain hands-on experience working as a sport nutritionist.

Research Project

All students complete a research project in semester 3. This project can be individual or in small groups and can be on any topic of your choice related to sport nutrition. Some students choose to join current research projects running in the sport nutrition department whilst others prefer to fully design their own project.

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Public health nutrition is a new and interesting subject area that concentrates on achieving a sound knowledge in nutrition and public health, providing participants with the expertise to work in a variety of settings to promote nutrition for the benefit of public health. A public health nutritionist influences food selection and eating behaviour of a population, based on research and national dietary guidelines. Public health nutritionists can expect to find themselves in advisory and policy/advocacy roles as well as engaged in research in the UK and internationally.

This course will allow graduates of biological sciences to build on their knowledge, and aims to promote the critical appraisal of the theory and application of public health nutrition, and nutrition policy planning and practice, to improve the health of the population through nutrition.

Teaching, learning and assessment

The emphasis is on independent problem-based learning where your previous knowledge and skills are used to develop an understanding in the new subject areas you will be studying. The course is taught using a variety of interactive learning methods including lectures, tutorials,  seminars, workshops, laboratories, group work, role-play and interactive computer sessions. Development of interpersonal skills and professional skills and attitudes are also a major focus of the learning and teaching programme.  Learning activities are guided using web based programmes. The course is modular and each module is assessed mainly by course work, except for one examination in Food and Nutrition. Normally, there are approximately 12 students on this course but some modules are shared with the MSc Dietetics which can result in a class of no more than 24 students. These small class sizes ensure that students receive excellent support and benefit from sharing their experiences with classmates.

Teaching hours and attendance

Each module which you study on campus will require you to attend classes and carry out independent work. It is estimated that each module will require 150 hours of your time. Your attendance requirements at QMU will depend on which module you are studying and whether you are studying full or part-time.

Links with industry/professional bodies

The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition. This enables graduates to register with the Association for Nutrition as an Associate Nutritionist.

Modules

15 credits: Food and Nutrition/ Principles of Nutrition Science/ Food Policy and Planning/ Public Health Nutrition/Epidemiology/ Clinical Sciences/ Research Methods/ Detriments for Health If studying for an MSc, you will also complete a dissertation (60 credits)

Careers

Opportunities exist for public health nutritionists in the following areas: public health; health promotion (specialising in nutrition); government advisory posts; food companies; research; health media and pharmaceutical industry.

Quick Facts

• Lecturers are experienced registered nutritionists who are research active.  
• The full MSc is accredited with the Association for Nutrition (AFN), UK.  
• The broad range of staff research skills in Dietetics, Nutrition and Biological Sciences offer students a wide range of MSc dissertation topics.

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The Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics and Nutrition is an intensive course suitable for graduates with a scientific background wishing to pursue a career as a dietitian. In the most recent (2014-15) Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey, 100% of graduates from this course were in work or further study within six months.

More about this course

This is an accelerated programme that builds on prior learning and provides you with a practical and sound scientific understanding of dietetics and nutrition. It will help you become a safe, effective learner and practitioner in all fields of dietetic practice.

You'll learn the most up-to-date public health and scientific research on food, health and disease. We'll help you adapt this knowledge into practical guidance on helping others make appropriate lifestyle and food choices.

You'll also learn about food, nutrition, dietetics and relevant disease aetiology, pathology and management. Clinical skills, research skills and public health are also embedded in the course, as well as three compulsory practice placements.

Successfully complete the course to become eligible for application to the register of health professionals who meet the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards for training, professional skills and behaviour.

The course is approved by the HCPC and accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA).

You'll be assessed through seminar and poster presentations, Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), case studies, scientific reports, unseen examinations and in-class tests.

Professional accreditation

The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Modular structure

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2016/17 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 1 modules include:
-Advanced Pathology and Clinical Management of Disease (core, 20 credits)
-Assessment of Nutritional Status (core, 20 credits)
-Nutrition, Food Science and Catering (core, 20 credits)
-Placement 1 (core, 0 credits)
-Placement 2 (core, 0 credits)
-Placement 3 (core, 0 credits)
-Postgraduate Integrated Clinical Dietetics 1 (Groups) (core, 20 credits)
-Postgraduate Integrated Clinical Dietetics 2 (Individuals) (core, 20 credits)
-Preparation for Placement (core, 0 credits)
-Public Health and Epidemiology (core, 20 credits)

After the course

Dietitians work help manage the health and nutritional needs of individuals, communities and populations. This postgraduate diploma will provide you with the core knowledge and skills needed to work in a wide variety of areas, such as public health and health promotion, nutrition related disease and/or disease related malnutrition management and primary care management involving dietary needs in patients with long-term health conditions.

Applicant checklist

In order to make a valid application, you need to include the following:
-Details and evidence of all academic qualifications including GCSE and A level subjects and grades (or equivalent) prior to enrolment
-Transcripts of relevant degrees - your application cannot be processed without these and will be returned to you if they are absent
-Two references - details must be provided and reference documents can be uploaded onto your application when received, bearing in mind it is your responsibility to chase these as no offer can be made without them
-A completed personal statement that must contain information on your interest, understanding of, and suitability for the dietetic profession - a weak personal statement makes you unlikely to be shortlisted for interview
-Include details of your work experience, dietetic shadowing and employment history

Please note: only one application is permitted per entry point. Resubmissions will not be considered.

Funding arrangements

The funding arrangements for pre-registration Health Care Courses are changing from September 2017. Please refer to The Funding Clinic and the UK government website for more information:
http://www.thefundingclinic.org.uk/

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nhs-bursary-reform/nhs-bursary-reform

Collaborative links

London-based dietitians play both a strategic and operational role in developing and running the course, and are also prospective employers of our graduates.

Moving to one campus

Between 2016 and 2020 we're investing £125 million in the London Metropolitan University campus, moving all of our activity to our current Holloway campus in Islington, north London. This will mean the teaching location of some courses will change over time.

Whether you will be affected will depend on the duration of your course, when you start and your mode of study. The earliest moves affecting new students will be in September 2017. This may mean you begin your course at one location, but over the duration of the course you are relocated to one of our other campuses. Our intention is that no full-time student will change campus more than once during a course of typical duration.

All students will benefit from our move to one campus, which will allow us to develop state-of-the-art facilities, flexible teaching areas and stunning social spaces.

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Diet and nutrition significantly affect sport and exercise performance. The food and fluid which an athlete consumes before, during and after training and competition affects health and body composition, as well as performance in, and recovery from the effects of exercise. Sound knowledge of sport and exercise nutrition can therefore ensure a healthy balance between exercise and diet for a range of athletes, from amateur to elite levels within different sports. This programme provides a postgraduate pathway for graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the area of sport and exercise nutrition. As an accredited course, the programme achieves the competencies required for graduate registration with the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) meaning those students graduating with the PgDip/MSc are automatically eligible to register with the SENr as a graduate registrant.

Key benefits

- This programme achieves the competencies required for graduate registration of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr). For more information visit senr.org.uk

Visit the website: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/course/msc-sport-and-exercise-nutrition-ft-jn

Course detail

- Description -

This programme provides a postgraduate pathway for graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the area of sport and exercise nutrition.

- Format and assessment -

The programme is delivered by blended learning (combined distance learning and on campus modules). Students enrolled for the PgDip Sport and Exercise Nutrition course need to undertake modules to a total of 120 credit points and for the MSc undertake an additional research project of 60 credit points. Modules studied will include: nutrition and exercise metabolism, nutritional assessment, recommendations and requirements, sport-specific nutrition issues, research design and biostatistics, nutrition for health and disease prevention, evidence-based practice in healthcare sciences, practical sports nutrition and the sport and exercise nutrition research project.

Career options

Career options within sport and exercise nutrition are expanding and include becoming a freelance sports nutritionist/performance nutritionist or working with sporting/government organisations. As an accredited course, the programme achieves the competencies required for graduate registration with the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) meaning those students graduating with the PgDip/MSc are automatically eligible to register with the SENr as a graduate registrant, and following appropriate professional experience graduates are encouraged to pursue full registration.

How to apply: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/how-to-apply#pg

Why Choose Ulster University ?

1. Over 92% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduation.
2. We are a top UK university for providing courses with a period of work placement.
3. Our teaching and the learning experience we deliver are rated at the highest level by the Quality Assurance Agency.
4. We recruit international students from more than 100 different countries.
5. More than 4,000 students from over 50 countries have successfully completed eLearning courses at Ulster University.

Flexible payment

To help spread the cost of your studies, tuition fees can be paid back in monthly instalments while you learn. If you study for a one-year, full-time master’s, you can pay your fees up-front, in one lump sum, or in either five* or ten* equal monthly payments. If you study for a master’s on a part-time basis (e.g. over three years), you can pay each year’s fees up-front or in five or ten equal monthly payments each year. This flexibility allows you to spread the payment of your fees over each academic year. Find out more by visiting https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/postgraduate

Scholarships

A comprehensive range of financial scholarships, awards and prizes are available to undergraduate, postgraduate and research students. Scholarships recognise the many ways in which our students are outstanding in their subject. Individuals may be able to apply directly or may automatically be nominated for awards. Visit the website: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/scholarships

English Language Tuition

CELT offers courses and consultations in English language and study skills to Ulster University students of all subjects, levels and nationalities. Students and researchers for whom English is an additional language can access free CELT support throughout the academic year: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/international/english-language-support

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This course brings together the science of nutrition and the innovation of business to expand student’s horizons beyond the more traditional approaches to public health nutrition. It will enhance your public health and nutrition knowledge and skills.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

The increase in non communicable diseases across the globe, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and malnutrition is inextricably linked to poor diet. This has led to an increasing demand for graduates who have an in-depth knowledge of the impact of dietary intake on the risk factors of disease, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge through education and influencing policy to improve the population’s health.

If you choose this course you will benefit from:
-A focus on the science of nutrition and public health policy and practice
-Innovative and creative approaches to tackling public health nutrition issues, including a focus on business and media
-A diverse teaching team including a range of public health nutrition academic experts who are committed to providing a range of excellent teaching and learning experiences
-Access to the broad research interests of the teaching team, which include food poverty, obesogenic environments, behaviour change and whole-person care including spirituality
-Opportunities to apply for work experience in public health nutrition

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

Throughout your course you will study key issues in public health nutrition and the influence of policy and the wider environment:
-Human nutrition, including nutrients in health and disease: ‘hot’ topics in nutrition
-Public Health Policy and Practice
-Whole-Person Nutrition including the role of spirituality
-Nutritional Journalism
-Entrepreneurial Nutrition
-Research methods to enable you to undertake your own research and use research

The first semester of the course provides you with the opportunity to critically explore key nutrition issues pertinent to public health. You will also critique the role of public health policy, at international, national and local level alongside exploring a range of public health nutrition programmes. This provides a platform for you then to develop business acumen and a critical understanding on the role of media and other communication in public health nutrition. The final semester of the course provides you with the opportunity to carry out your own public health nutrition research project.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR AN INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

The University runs a number of specific schemes to allow students periods of overseas study or work experience and the University offers a limited number of International Experience and Mobility Grants to enable such visits. A number of students in our School, across a range of courses, have been successful in securing places via these schemes.

GLOBAL LEADERS PROGRAMME

To prepare students for the challenges of the global employment market and to strengthen and develop their broader personal and professional skills Coventry University has developed a unique Global Leaders Programme.

The objectives of the programme, in which postgraduate and eligible undergraduate students can participate, is to provide practical career workshops and enable participants to experience different business cultures.

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The MSc in Nutrition and Genetics aims to educate students in molecular biology principles that explain the interactions between human DNA and nutrition.

Why study Nutrition and Genetics?

The degree provides students with the knowledge and understanding of the progress, advantages and limitations of personalised nutrition. Finally, the programme will provide students with the necessary practical skills associated with molecular nutrition techniques.

NHS England states that “the shift to personalised medicine is already underway” and the NHS National Genetics and Genomics Education Centre has developed specific learning outcomes that need to be achieved by currently practising and future dietitians.

Freelance dietitians and nutritionists already feel the need to include elements of genetics and personalised nutrition in their consultations. An extensive market analysis on consumer trends (DataMonitor) showed that one of the main food-consumer “mega” trends is that people of all ages are more proactively addressing their health in a more personalised manner. The UK is one of the leading countries in consumer rates who consider the idea of using genetics in nutritional advice.

Why St Mary's?

St Mary’s University, Twickenham is the first and only university in the UK that offers a degree in Nutrition and Genetics. Teaching staff at St Mary’s have great experience teaching Nutrition and they also conduct research in the field of Nutrition and Genetics. St Mary’s University has been ranked as the top London university for student experience and we are proud of the excellent tutoring support we offer. The specific programme offers the opportunity for students to carry out their Research Project at the University of Navarra (Pamplona, Spain) as part of the Erasmus exchange programme.

Course Content

What you will study
-Principles of molecular biology
-Genetics in health and disease
-Nutrient-gene interactions
-Genetics and personalised nutrition
-Applied personalised nutrition
-Genetic tests in nutrition
-Research Project

Please note: All information is correct at the time of publication. However, course content is regularly updated and this may result in some changes, which will be communicated to students before their programme begins.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Nutrition and Genetics will have gained an expertise in incorporating elements of genetic profiling in nutritional and dietary assessments and regimes. Also, graduates of this programme will be in a unique position to work for (or with) companies that offer genotyping services; such companies are becoming increasingly popular, creating the need for such expertise.

Finally, the specific degree is the ideal platform for a career in research considering that graduates will be in the advantageous position to combine two distinct scientific disciplines (Nutrition and Genetics).

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