BSc Hons Nutrition and Health

At Edge Hill University, the BSc (Hons) Nutrition & Health degree is all about learning by doing. You won’t just study theory—you’ll get hands-on experience in cutting-edge facilities, taking part in practical activities that prepare you for a real career in nutrition and health. From labs to kitchens, fitness centres to international placements, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to hit the ground running after graduation.

Here’s how you’ll put your learning into practice:

• Biosciences Laboratories: Conduct experiments in food science and microbiology, gaining practical lab skills.

• Professional Food Science Laboratory and Kitchen: Work with food in a purpose-built environment, building both analytical and culinary skills.

• Dedicated Food Skills Area: Investigate food properties and test antimicrobial activity, applying science to everyday nutrition.

• Anatomy and Physiology Equipment: Use advanced tools to study the human body in 3D, enhancing your understanding of nutrition and health.

• Bariatric and Geriatric Suits: Experience mobility limitations firsthand to develop empathy and insight into patient care.

• Health and Fitness Centre: Apply your knowledge by measuring energy expenditure, heart rate, and sleep quality in practical sessions.

• Work Placements: Gain real-world experience in professional settings to boost your employability.

• International Placement Opportunities: In your second or third year, you could take placements abroad, seeing how nutrition and health services operate in different countries.

These experiences make sure you’re not just learning about nutrition—you’re living it, experimenting with it, and preparing for a career where you can make a real impact.

Graduates from Edge Hill’s Nutrition & Health degree are well-prepared for careers that make a real difference to people’s lives. Whether you want to work in public health, the food industry, or community wellbeing, this degree gives you the practical skills and professional grounding to step confidently into your future. Plus, as an AfN-accredited program, you’ll be eligible to apply for Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) status — a recognised mark of professional credibility in the field.

Here’s how Edge Hill supports your career journey:

• Career Support Services: You’ll have access to the university’s dedicated Careers team, offering one-to-one advice, CV reviews, mock interviews, and a vacancy portal packed with opportunities relevant to your field.

• Strong Employment Outcomes: Within 15 months of graduating, most Nutrition & Health students are working or studying further, earning an average salary of around £22,500.

• Real-World Partnerships: The course includes placement opportunities with local authorities, the NHS, schools, food and leisure industries, and charities. You’ll also get to collaborate with small businesses through modules like Innovation and Entrepreneurship, where you can apply your ideas in real settings.

• Recognised Accreditation: Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), your degree gives you a direct route to become a Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) — opening doors to roles in the NHS, health promotion, and research.

• Graduate Success: Around 80% of graduates are employed or pursuing further study within 15 months. Many go on to careers in public health nutrition, community wellbeing, food product development, or health education.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’re looking to deepen your expertise, you could continue your studies with a master’s in Public Health Nutrition, or specialise further in areas like sustainable food systems, behavioural nutrition, or clinical dietetics. Some graduates even progress to PhD-level research, contributing to the latest developments in nutrition and health science.