The BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Nutrition program offers a comprehensive exploration of how nutrition impacts sports performance, general health, and well-being. This course blends the core scientific disciplines of physiology and biochemistry with insights into the psychological and social factors that influence diet and physical activity.
Locations
- London
- Birmingham
- Hertfordshire
- Plymouth
Attendance
- Weekday / Evening / Weekend
- Flexible Program
- Normal Program
Modules
- Biological Techniques
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Food and Nutrition
- Nutrition and Exercise for Health
- Sports Management
- Research Skills for Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Human Pathophysiology and Nutrition
- Human Nutrition
- Sport Psychology
- Biology Work Placement
- Future Food: Food and Nutrition in the 21st Century
- Food Product Development for Quality, Health and Exercise
- Health Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Health: Mind, Body, Society
- Business of Sport
- Media Law and Ethics
- Sport and society
- Science Journalism and Publishing
- Professional Placement Year
- Dissertation Planning for Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Dissertation Publication Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Anatomy, Physiology and Metabolism for Physical Activity
- Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Medical Biology
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Plants and People
- Food and Nutrition in Practice
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Mechanisms of Disease
- Advanced Topics in Psychology
- Contemporary Issues in Sport
- Publishing Industry Project
Explore Our Sport and Exercise Nutrition Degree
Students in this program delve into the roles of physical activity and nutrition in preventing and managing disease, and the optimization of health and athletic performance through dietary strategies. The curriculum is designed around a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring you gain a well-rounded understanding of the sport and exercise nutrition landscape.
Why Choose This Program?
- Practical Application: You will have numerous opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings, preparing you for real-world challenges in the field of sports nutrition. This includes tailored module choices, hands-on research, and work placements aligned with your career aspirations.
Career Prospects: Graduates of the Sport and Exercise Nutrition program are well-prepared for diverse careers, including:
- Health Physiologist
- Health Coach
- Health Improvement Practitioner
- Health and Wellbeing Advisor
- Freelance Nutritionist
- Laboratory and Research Roles
- Positions within the Food Industry
- Further studies in Dietetics (postgraduate), Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, or educational roles such as secondary school biology teaching (following a PGCE), leading to potential PhD studies and research positions.
Unleashing Potential with a Degree in Sport and Exercise Nutrition
This degree not only equips you with specialized knowledge and practical skills in sports and exercise nutrition but also opens doors to a variety of career paths and further educational opportunities, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling professional journey.