MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Course overview
The MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Birmingham City University is a one-year full-time master’s course. It helps students understand how food and nutrition affect sports and physical performance. You will study topics such as diet planning, energy balance, body composition, and supplements. The course combines classroom learning with lab work and hands-on practice, teaching students how to support athletes, fitness clients, and people with health goals.
During your study, you will learn from experts in the field, work on real-life projects, and have chances to apply your skills in gyms, clinics, or sports teams. This course is ideal for those who want a career in sports nutrition, health coaching, or research, as they will gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to educate people on how they can improve their health and performance through food.
Teaching happens in classrooms, labs, and through online tools. You’ll learn through lectures, group tasks, and case studies, while assessment will be carried out mainly through essays, reports, presentations, and practical work. There are also workshops, guest lectures, and support for students who want to get extra qualifications or go into research.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
A second-class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in a related discipline such as nutrition, sports science, exercise, biochemistry, diabetes, or a related subject.
The university also operates a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process that enables all applicants to gain recognition for previous studies and learning that relates to the course being applied for.
English Proficiency:
IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each band. Other equivalent English language proficiency tests may be accepted
Scholarships
Bowater Financial Assistance Award
Graduate Scholarship
20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Postgraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.
Up to £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition from Birmingham City University can work in:
- Sports nutrition
- Fitness coaching
- Health consulting
- Nutrition education
- Wellness coaching
- Sports team support
Cost of study
The cost of studying MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Birmingham City University is £18,600 for international students.
Admission
To apply for the Birmingham City University MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition, you can apply directly on the university website or through UCAS. If you need help with the application, you can get in touch with our counsellors for detailed guidance.
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