BSc Hons Nutrition with foundation and optional placement year

At Teesside University, studying Nutrition isn’t just about lectures and textbooks — you’ll gain hands-on experience that brings your learning to life. From day one, you’ll have access to modern labs, real-world projects, and industry placements that let you apply what you’ve learned while building skills employers value. The program is designed to help you work confidently in professional settings, understand practical nutrition challenges, and develop research expertise.

Some of the exciting practical opportunities and facilities you’ll use include:

• BIOS Building: A £36.9 million state-of-the-art facility with advanced laboratories and immersive simulation suites, where you can experiment and practice in a real scientific environment.

• Industry Placements: Work with organizations like Quorn, local food banks, or health projects to gain real-world experience and make professional connections.

• Sustainable Initiatives: Take part in projects such as managing allotments or reducing food waste, helping you understand the impact of nutrition on communities and the environment.

• Research Projects: Conduct independent research under supervision, strengthening your analytical skills and allowing you to explore topics that interest you most.

• Supportive Learning Resources: Access specialist software, digital tools, and the University library to support coursework, lab work, and research.

These experiences ensure that by the time you graduate, you’re not only confident in nutrition theory but also in putting it into practice in real-world settings.

Graduating from Teesside University’s BSc (Hons) Nutrition opens doors to a wide range of exciting careers. You’ll be well-prepared to work in public health, clinical settings, research, or the food industry, with the practical experience and industry connections gained during your degree giving you a real advantage. Typical roles include:

• Public Health Nutritionist – designing and running nutrition programs that improve community health.

• Clinical Nutritionist – offering expert dietary advice in hospitals or clinics.

• Food Industry Specialist – developing healthier food products or working in quality assurance.

• Nutrition Researcher – conducting studies that help advance knowledge in nutrition and health.

Teesside University offers a variety of services to help you launch your career:

• Employability Hub – personalized career advice, CV workshops, and interview preparation.

• Industry Placements – hands-on work experience with organizations such as Quorn and local food banks.

• Networking Events – opportunities to meet professionals and alumni in nutrition and public health.

Graduate outcomes show strong results:

• 91% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months.

• Average starting salary is around £28,000 per year.

• 84% of graduates report using the knowledge and skills they gained during the course in their current role.

Industry partnerships enhance your learning and employability:

• Collaborations with Quorn on product development and research.

• Work with local food banks on community nutrition initiatives.

• Engagements with public health agencies on policy and health campaigns.

Accreditation: The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), allowing graduates to register as Associate Nutritionists (ANutr) — an important professional milestone.

Further Academic Progression:
After graduation, you can continue your studies to specialize further or pursue research:

• MSc Dietetics (Pre-registration) – the pathway to becoming a registered dietitian.

• MSc Food Science and Biotechnology – focusing on food safety, technology, and analytical skills.

• PhD in Nutrition or Health Sciences – pursue advanced research and contribute new knowledge to the field.

These opportunities give you the flexibility to shape your career in nutrition exactly the way you want, whether in practice, research, or policy.