BSc Hons Human Nutrition & Health (Extended) with sandwich year

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Greenwich

Program Overview

The BSc Human Nutrition (Extended) at the University of Greenwich is ideal if you’re passionate about food, health, and science but want some extra preparation before starting degree-level study. It combines biology, chemistry, and applied nutrition, giving you the knowledge and practical skills to build a professional career in health, food, or research.

Curriculum Structure

Year 0 (Foundation Year):
You’ll start by strengthening your science background. Modules like Introduction to Biology, Chemistry for Life Sciences, and Practical and Academic Skills for Science will build your confidence and get you ready for the main degree.

Year 1:
In your first year of the degree, you’ll focus on the basics of how the body works and how nutrients support health. You’ll explore Human Physiology, Fundamentals of Biochemistry, and Introduction to Nutrition to build a solid grounding.

Year 2:
The second year moves into more applied study, connecting diet, health, and disease. You’ll look at Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism, Food Science and Microbiology, and Public Health Nutrition, giving you both lab-based and real-world perspectives.

Year 3 : Sandwich Year (Optional Placement):
Here’s your chance to step out into industry or research. You could work with food companies, healthcare providers, or public health organisations, gaining first-hand experience that makes you career-ready.

Year 4 (Final Year):
Your final year lets you specialise and put everything into practice. You’ll study Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy, Global and Public Health Nutrition, and complete a Research Project where you investigate a topic that interests you most.

Focus Areas

Nutrition science, biochemistry, physiology, food science, public health, clinical nutrition

Learning Outcomes

Understand the science of nutrition and metabolism, analyse how diet impacts health, develop public health and clinical nutrition skills, and gain hands-on lab and research experience

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), giving you the chance to apply for Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) status – a strong professional advantage.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

The University of Greenwich is recognised for excellent teaching quality and strong links to employers in health and life sciences, helping students graduate career-ready.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Studying nutrition at Greenwich is all about applying knowledge, not just memorising it. You’ll spend plenty of time in labs, workshops, and real-world settings where you test theories, build practical skills, and see how nutrition impacts everyday health. With smaller class sizes in specialist modules, you’ll also benefit from closer guidance from your lecturers as you develop your expertise.

Here’s how you’ll gain experience beyond the classroom:

Hands-on lab work – explore biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, and metabolism through practical experiments in well-equipped labs.
Smaller, focused classes – as you move into specialist nutrition modules, groups shrink to around 20–40 students, giving you more interaction and tailored feedback.
Placement opportunities – gain valuable work experience through summer placements (6 weeks–3 months) or an optional sandwich year (9–12 months) with organisations like the NHS, research labs, and private companies.
Field trips & applied workshops – see how nutrition links to public health and community wellbeing through on-site visits and interactive workshops.
Support for success – from a personal tutor to skills support in writing, research, and employability, plus access to expert employer partnerships that help you prepare for internships and future roles.

Progression & Future Opportunities

When you finish this degree, you’ll be ready for careers where nutrition and health really make a difference. Our graduates often step into roles such as Nutritionist, Public Health Advisor, Food Industry Analyst, or Health Educator. You won’t just have theory – you’ll have hands-on lab experience, research practice, and the professional recognition that employers are looking for.

Here’s what will support you along the way:

Career services that work for you – You’ll have access to an Employer Partnerships Manager and the university’s career team, who help you connect with placements, build your CV, and prepare for interviews.
Professional recognition – The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), meaning it meets the standards needed to work toward becoming a registered nutritionist.
Strong career outcomes – Nutrition graduates typically earn around £26,000 within 15 months of finishing their studies, moving into roles in healthcare, public health, the food industry, sport and exercise nutrition, and NGOs.
Graduate destinations – Many go into the NHS, public health organisations, research institutes, charities, and education roles, or take on internships and placements during their degree that lead directly to employment.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’d like to keep going after your undergraduate degree, you’ll have plenty of options. Many students continue to a Master’s in Public Health Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, or Food Science, while others move into research degrees (MPhil or PhD). This gives you the chance to specialise, contribute to new discoveries, and open doors to senior professional or academic careers.