BSc Sport Nutrition

BSc Sport Nutrition at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a full‑time degree that runs for four years with an optional placement year, and it is taught at the City Campus. This degree is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN) and meets the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) and the key areas of knowledge, including nutritional science, food chain, social and behavioural science, health and well‑being and professional conduct 

Students will study modules such as Biochemistry and Metabolism, Performance Nutrition, Food Technology and Development, Molecular Nutrition and Genetics, with an option for a paid placement year for work experience.

Students’ assessment includes exams (seen and unseen), written work (essays, reports, learning logs, dissertations, lab reports, posters, review writing and blog writing), presentations (group or individual) and practical assessments with feedback from tutors to help improve students’ work. 

Liverpool John Moores University has existed since 1823. It is a modern university that prepares students for the workplace with practical skills. The university works with partners in different industries to ensure that each course stays relevant and gives students opportunities for practical experience and paid placement. 

The University offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses, such as engineering, health sciences, business, and the arts. The university provides students with the skills and experience to take the next step in their future careers.

To apply, candidates must submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying and any other relevant information, a reference from an academic or employer and a CV.

Grade Requirements: 

• Candidates need 80 UCAS tariff points or higher, including A-level, T-level, or BTEC qualifications, and at least one science subject; Physical Education is considered a science for this course. 
• International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no score below 5.5.
• PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.

The tuition fee for international students studying the BSc Sport Nutrition programme at Liverpool John Moores University is  £18,250  for the 2025/26 academic year.

International students at Liverpool John Moores University can get the International Achievement Scholarship, which gives them a £4,000 discount on tuition fees. It is automatic for eligible students and applies every year. Students need to fund themselves, meet the offer requirements and have no external funding to qualify for this scholarship. 

LJMU offers sports scholarships to athletes, supporting them financially, giving them guidance, and flexible arrangements to help them balance both training and their academics. A £500 discount is available to international students who pay their tuition fees early.

After completing the BSc Sport Nutrition programme from Liverpool John Moores University, students can pursue a career as an/a:

• Sports Nutritionist
• Performance Nutritionist
• Registered Associate Nutritionist
• Product Development Specialist
• Health Promotion Officer

Candidates should submit their applications through UCAS. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.