BSc Fitness Nutrition and Health

At Abertay, you’ll gain much more than theoretical knowledge — you’ll get your hands on real tools, work with real data, and even help real people improve their health. From the very first year, you’ll use state-of-the-art labs and equipment to understand how the human body responds to exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle choices. You’ll work on practical projects, collaborate with peers, and take part in placements that give you invaluable real-world experience. Here’s how your learning comes alive:

• Cutting-edge labs and equipment: Work in dedicated Human Performance, Strength & Conditioning, and Biomechanics labs using treadmills, cycle ergometers, motion-capture systems, EMG, ECG, force transducers, gas analysers, and body composition tools.

• Group projects and case studies: Design nutrition or fitness interventions, analyse real data, and present your findings — just like professionals do.

• Work placements: Gain hands-on experience in gyms, health organisations, or community wellness programmes, giving you a head start for your career.

• Specialist software and digital tools: Use performance analysis programs like Nacsport, telemetry systems such as BioHarness, and motion capture software to track, measure, and analyse performance.

• Industry collaborations: Learn from guest lectures, participate in community health projects, and work alongside local partners, including the NHS and fitness organisations.

• Broad university facilities: Take advantage of additional biology, analytical, and food science labs, as well as library and digital resources to support your research and projects.

Graduates from this program leave Abertay ready to make a real impact in the world of health, fitness, and nutrition. With a mix of scientific knowledge, hands-on experience, and professional skills, many step into roles such as:

• Health and Wellbeing Coordinator

• Nutritionist

• Health Promotion Worker

• Occupational Therapy Support Worker

• Active Schools Coordinator

• Home Economics Teacher

The course’s practical approach, including placements and real-world projects, gives you the confidence and experience employers are looking for.

Here’s how Abertay helps you turn your degree into a career:

• Work Placements: Integrated into the program, these placements let you gain hands-on experience with organisations like NHS Tayside, helping you apply your learning in real public health and nutrition settings.

• Industry Connections: Guest lectures and workshops with professionals from the NHS and food industry give you insight into current practices and trends.

• Career Services: From CV building to interview coaching, the university supports you at every step of your job search.

• Employment Stats: Around 71% of Abertay graduates secure graduate-level jobs within six months, reflecting strong employability outcomes.

• Accreditation: The program is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), so you meet professional standards to register as an Associate Nutritionist — a huge boost for your credibility.

Further Academic Progression:
After your BSc, you have plenty of options to grow academically or professionally:

• Postgraduate Studies: Master’s degrees in Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, or Exercise Science can deepen your expertise.

• PhD Research: If you’re interested in research, you can pursue a PhD in nutrition, health promotion, or related fields.

• Professional Certifications: Additional professional qualifications can further enhance your career opportunities and specialisation.