MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition

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.

Birmingham City University (BCU) was granted university status in 1992, but its roots go back to 1843. It has several campuses, with the main ones located in the city centre and Edgbaston. BCU prioritises practical learning and industry links while offering courses in health, business, arts, computing, law, and more. Students enjoy modern buildings, libraries, sports centres, and social spaces. There’s also a student union, clubs, and events all year round.

What makes BCU different is its focus on helping students gain skills for real jobs. The university works closely with employers to make sure its courses match what businesses need. It also offers great student support and services for international students.

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

The cost of studying MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Birmingham City University is £18,600 for international students.

Every year, Birmingham City University provides merit-based scholarships recognising the talents of international students. These scholarships are deducted from the cost of your tuition fees.

All international students enrolling on a postgraduate course in September 2024 will be eligible for a partial scholarship of up to £2,000, discounted from your tuition fees.  This is awarded based on your academic background, and the award amount depends on your past academic results, so there is no need for a separate application. If you're selected, it will be applied automatically.

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

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.