BSc (Honours) Nutrition, Diet and Wellbeing (1 year top-up)

This course isn’t just about reading textbooks or writing essays — it’s about getting real experience that prepares you for the kind of work you’ll actually do in the nutrition and wellbeing field. You’ll spend your time in specialist labs, kitchens, and workshops, using professional tools and software. You’ll work with real people and organisations, solve practical problems, and carry out your own research.

Everything is designed to make sure you graduate feeling confident, capable, and job-ready. You’ll be based right in the heart of Sheffield at the City Campus — with access to some incredible facilities and expert teaching staff who’ve worked in the industry themselves.

Here’s how you’ll build those hands-on skills throughout the year:

• Work on real-life consultancy projects
  You’ll take on projects for real clients — from designing a healthy menu for a dementia-friendly café to running food workshops in schools or creating resources for community groups. You get to plan, deliver and reflect on your work — just like you would in a real job.

• Get stuck into lab and kitchen work
  You’ll use nutrition and physiology labs, development kitchens and a sensory evaluation suite. These sessions are all about applying what you learn — testing, analysing, preparing and experimenting in professional spaces.

• Use professional tools and specialist software
  You’ll get experience with equipment like body composition analysers, health assessment tools, and diet analysis software. You’ll also build a digital portfolio — so you can show employers exactly what you’ve done during the course.

• Work in teams, just like the real world
  You’ll collaborate with other students on group projects — sharing ideas, solving problems, and building confidence in your communication and teamwork.

• Carry out your own research project
  You’ll choose a topic you care about and run your own research study. You’ll learn how to gather and analyse data, handle ethics, and share your findings — all essential skills for a future in nutrition, health, or academic work.

• Learn from experts and connect with employers
  Guest speakers from the food, health and wellbeing sectors drop in throughout the year, giving you insights and inspiration. You’ll also meet employers and get careers support to help plan your next steps.

• Study in a top-class learning environment
  The Adsetts Library is open 24/7 and packed with resources. You’ll also have access to one-to-one academic support and workshops through the Skills Centre.

Graduates from this program leave ready to make a real impact on people’s health and wellbeing. You could find yourself shaping public health initiatives, supporting communities to lead healthier lives, or advising workplaces on employee wellbeing. Typical roles include:

• Health Improvement Officer – developing and running strategies to improve public health.

• Community Wellbeing Coordinator – designing programs to help communities eat well and stay healthy.

• Behavioural Change Programme Manager – leading projects that encourage healthier lifestyle choices.

• Workplace Wellbeing Consultant – guiding organizations on nutrition and wellness for staff.

Here’s how Sheffield Hallam helps you get there:

• University Employability Support – from career guidance and CV workshops to interview practice, you’ll have expert help preparing for your first role.

• Strong Industry Connections – work on live projects with public health agencies and community health services, gaining real-world experience.

• Hands-On Learning Facilities – modern labs, development kitchens, and sensory suites let you practice skills employers value.

• Long-Term Accreditation – with preparation for professional recognition through the Association for Nutrition (AfN), your degree carries credibility that employers trust.

• Graduation Outcomes – 100% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months, all in skilled roles.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this top-up, you could take your studies further with:

• MSc Public Health Nutrition – focus on population health and nutrition strategies.

• MSc Clinical Nutrition – specialize in nutrition in healthcare and clinical settings.

• Postgraduate Research – dive into original research projects to advance knowledge in nutrition and wellbeing.

These paths open doors to senior roles and specialist careers, giving you flexibility to shape your future in the sector.