Teaching & modules

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Independent study

We will give you approximately 250 hours of contact, typically through lectures, interactive seminars, and feedback on assignments from academics who are leaders in the field of nutrition.

We will expect you to undertake 1,000 hours of self-study along with 400 hours of project work. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Written/practical examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include coursework and examinations. Coursework contributes approximately 60% and examinations approximately 40% to your final mark. Course accreditation The course is accredited by The Association for Nutrition, which means graduates may register as associate nutritionists on the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists, a body which aims to regulate the professional practice of nutrition.

Modules

Year 1 - Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Clinical Nutrition (Masters) (15 credits)
  • Public Health Nutrition (45 credits)
  • Principles of Nutrition (Masters) (45 credits)
  • Nutrition Research Skills (15 credits)
  • MSc Nutrition Project (60 credits)

Year 1 - Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for Year 1.

Application closing date guidance

Key Information

Course type:

Master's

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

MSc: One year full-time, September to September

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026