BSc Honours Human Nutrition

One of the best parts of studying Human Nutrition at Newcastle is how much you get to learn by doing. From your very first year, you’ll be in specialist labs, practising food handling, running experiments, and working with the same tools that nutrition professionals use. By the time you graduate, you won’t just understand nutrition in theory — you’ll have real, practical experience to back it up.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• Work in the nutrition training suite, which includes a dedicated food handling laboratory, consultation rooms, and sensory analysis booths where you can prepare food, run taste panels, and practice giving nutrition advice in professional settings.

• Use the biomedical science laboratories to explore molecular biology, physiology, and the science behind nutrition — these labs are where you’ll carry out hands-on experiments that connect directly to your lectures.

• Design and complete your own final-year research project, giving you the freedom to dive into a nutrition topic you’re passionate about while learning how to plan, test, and present your results like a professional researcher.

• Take the opportunity for a 9–12 month work placement in Stage 3 (if you choose the placement pathway), applying your skills in industry, healthcare, or research settings — a huge boost for your CV and career confidence.

• Be part of the Research Centre for Human Nutrition and Exercise, where cutting-edge projects are happening — you’ll get a real sense of how the science you study is used to improve health in the real world.

Graduating in Human Nutrition from Newcastle gives you a lot of flexibility in shaping your career. Many students go into roles such as nutritionist, food product developer, public health advisor, or research assistant. The mix of science, practical skills, and professional accreditation makes this degree a strong platform whether you want to step straight into work or continue your studies.

Here’s how Newcastle supports your next steps:

• Personalised careers support – Newcastle’s award-winning Careers Service helps you polish your CV, practice interviews, and connect with employers. If you take a placement, you’ll have dedicated placement advisers guiding you throughout.

• Employment outcomes – Around 80% of graduates are working or in further study within 15 months of finishing. Average earnings sit at about £25,500 after graduation, with clear growth as you progress in your field.

• Strong industry and research links – You’ll benefit from Newcastle’s connections with the food industry, public health organisations, and research institutions. Placement opportunities and project work often translate into lasting professional networks.

• Accredited degree – This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN). On graduation, you can apply for the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists, giving you professional recognition right from the start.

• Career destinations – Typical roles include clinical or community nutritionist, food industry specialist (e.g. product development, food safety), health promotion officer, or research and teaching posts.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’d like to study further, many graduates choose master’s programmes in Public Health Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, or related areas. Others pursue an MRes or PhD, especially if they’re interested in research, policy, or academic careers.