King's College London

Teaching & Modules

Lectures

Seminars

Group Tutorials

We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver most of the modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study. We utilise practitioners, researchers and lecturers to deliver high-quality research-based teaching.

Course stage	Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities	Percentage of time in guided independent study	Percentage of time on placements
Year 1	26%	74%	-
Year 2	22%	78%	-
Year 3	16%	84%	-

Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.

We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.

This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Waterloo Campus. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study. Some projects may take place at non-campus locations.

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.

Modules

Year

Required Modules

You are required to take:

Fundamentals of Physiology (15 credits)
Genetics & Molecular Biology (15 credits)
Introduction to Biochemistry for Health Sciences (15 credits)
Introduction to Nutrition (Core module) (30 credits)
Introduction to Food Science & Technology (15 credits)
Introduction to Nutrition Science: communication and professionalism (Core module) (15 credits)
Social and Psychological Studies (15 credits)