BSc Hons Nutrition

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Leeds Beckett University

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University gives you a complete understanding of how food affects health and well-being. It’s perfect for anyone passionate about nutrition and eager to make a real impact on public health, whether through clinical settings, community work, or research.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Foundations of Nutrition
In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in human physiology, nutrition, and food science, alongside essential professional skills. You’ll explore modules like Human Physiology, Nutrition, and Food & Food Science, and get a taste of real-world practice through a 3-week placement, helping you connect theory to practical experience.

Year 2: Intermediate Nutrition and Dietetics
The second year takes you deeper into nutrition and dietetics, showing how to apply your knowledge in different contexts. Key modules include Nutritional Biochemistry and Food & Society, while a 13-week placement helps you gain hands-on experience in professional nutrition settings.

Year 3: Advanced Nutrition and Professional Practice
In your final year, you’ll tackle advanced topics in nutrition and prepare for a professional career. Modules such as Advanced Nutrition and Professional Practice, together with a 12-week placement, allow you to apply everything you’ve learned in real-world environments, ensuring you graduate ready to make an impact.

Focus Areas
Public Health Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Nutritional Biochemistry, Food Policy and Regulation

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply the science of nutrition to improve health outcomes

  • Develop practical skills in nutrition assessment and interventions

  • Gain professional experience through placements

  • Communicate effectively in health and community settings

  • Understand public health and food policy

Professional Alignment
Accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA), graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as dietitians.

Reputation
Leeds Beckett is known for its strong employability focus, with 94% of students satisfied with teaching quality in this program (National Student Survey 2023).

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Leeds Beckett University, learning goes far beyond lectures — it’s about gaining real-world experience that prepares you for a career in nutrition and health. You’ll get hands-on practice in labs, professional placements, and group projects, giving you the confidence and skills to apply what you learn in professional settings.

Here’s what makes the program so practical:

  • Health Science and Catering Laboratories: Work in state-of-the-art labs where you can put theory into practice with experiments and analyses.

  • Clinical and Multiprofessional Skills Suite: A dedicated facility to develop essential health-related skills in realistic scenarios.

  • Nutrition and Nutrition in Practice Placements: Gain on-the-job experience in nutrition settings, applying your learning directly in professional environments.

  • Professional Development Activities: Complete at least 120 hours of activities designed to build practical skills, enhance employability, and prepare you for your future career.

These experiences ensure that when you graduate, you’ll be equipped with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to excel in the field of nutrition.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from Leeds Beckett’s Nutrition BSc (Hons) are ready to step into a wide range of careers in nutrition, health, and wellness. The program’s hands-on approach and focus on professional development ensure that you’ll be equipped for roles such as Nutritionist, Health Improvement Practitioner, Food Technologist, Community Education Officer, Medical Sales Representative, Nutritional Therapist.

Leeds Beckett provides strong support to help you launch your career:

  • Professional Accreditation: Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), which allows graduates to apply for Direct Entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) at Associate Nutritionist level.

  • Industry Partnerships: Opportunities to work with health organizations and food industry partners through projects and placements.

  • Graduate Success: Alumni have gone on to roles in public health, clinical nutrition, and the food industry, demonstrating the real-world value of the degree.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your BSc, you could continue your studies with postgraduate programs such as:

  • MSc Dietetics: Preparing you to become a registered dietitian.

  • MSc Public Health Nutrition: Focus on nutrition policy, public health strategies, and epidemiology.

  • MSc Sports Nutrition: Specialize in nutrition for athletic performance and recovery.

These advanced studies build on your undergraduate learning, opening doors to specialized and senior roles in the nutrition and health sector.

Program Key Stats

£16,350
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£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

ABB - BBB
3.0
32
65

N/A
N/A
6.5
88

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Nutritionist
  • Health Improvement Practitioner
  • Food Technologist
  • Community Education Officer
  • Medical Sales Representative
  • Nutritional Therapist  

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