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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
University of Surrey, Guildford
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
Why choose this course
Study a research-led curriculum to develop a deep understanding of current issues in the field of human nutrition
Learn from lecturers who鈥檝e been awarded the Queen鈥檚 Anniversary Prize 2017-18 for Further and Higher Education, in recognition of their research excellence in the field of food and nutrition
Access our multi-million-pound biomedical laboratories, kitted out with the latest industry equipment, to measure rates of synthesis, disposal and conversion of metabolites
Join one of our research groups to take part in seminars and workshops, and benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world
Get the academic requirements needed to register with the Association for Nutrition (AfN) to work as an associate nutritionist once you鈥檝e graduated.
What you will study
You鈥檒l investigate the evidence-based links between diet, health and disease, supported by a full appreciation for the nutritional mechanisms involved.?You鈥檒l?develop your knowledge and scientific research skills to an advanced level,?preparing you for a career in nutritional sciences.
You鈥檒l study topics, including the fundamentals of human nutrition, international and public health nutrition, metabolic nutrition,?molecular nutrition, and?sports and exercise nutrition.
You鈥檒l also undertake your own original research, and we鈥檒l supervise you to carry out experiments and projects on important topics in the field. We鈥檒l match your interests with the expertise of our researchers, ensuring you get the best support.?You鈥檒l also be part of ongoing research activity at Surrey.
Professional recognition
MSc - Association for Nutrition (AfN)
Accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN) for the purpose of eligibility for Direct Entry Registration at Associate Level with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN).
Careers and graduate prospects
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN). This?means you鈥檒l be eligible to apply for direct entry into the UK Voluntary Register of?Nutritionists?to?work as an associate nutritionist (ANutr) on successful completion of your studies.?Once you鈥檝e gained three years of post-degree professional experience, you鈥檒l be eligible to apply for registered nutritionist status (RNutr).?ANutr?and?RNutr?nutritionists are the only evidence-based nutritionists recognised by Public Health England and the Department of Health.
Modules
Tuition fees
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拢 24,900per year
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University information

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University League Table
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Campus address
University of Surrey, Guildford, 30 Priestley Rd, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
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Entry standards
/ Max 228130 57%45th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10087.0 87%13th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.28 82%5th
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Entry standards
/ Max 208155 74%6th
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/ Max 10092.0 92%2nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.20 80%16th
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