BSc Human Nutrition including foundation year

The BSc Human Nutrition with a foundation year runs for a period of four years. It is an undergraduate course for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the main degree. The first year of this degree offers students the basic knowledge in subjects like biology and chemistry. Students will learn how daily lifestyle, diet and physical activity impact human health and well-being.

The curriculum covers topics, including biochemistry, biology, chemistry, nutrition and sports science, the connection between diet, physical activity, and health, as well as public health nutrition and dietary assessment. After completing the foundation year, students will join the main degree. The programme provides a thorough understanding of the subject of human nutrition.

London Metropolitan University is a welcoming and exciting environment for students and it is praised for good teaching and student experience. It earned top spots in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. It is known to be a fair and inclusive environment for every student. The university also has student support services, including advice on accommodation, finance, and careers.

The University has modern learning facilities which students enjoy, including special studios, a mock courtroom, a journalism newsroom, and a large Science Centre. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in subjects like Business, Computer Science, Art & Design, Social Sciences, Engineering, Media, Architecture, and Health Sciences.

Candidates need to submit a personal statement and relevant information regarding their studies, an academic and/or employer reference and their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need 32 UCAS points from A levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification such as BTEC.
• A GCSE at grade C or 4 in English and Mathematics.
• Other international equivalent qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants need to score at least 6.0 overall in the IELTS test, with no component below 5.5.
• Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

The international students’ tuition fee for the BSc Human Nutrition (including foundation year) course at London Metropolitan University is £19,500. This is likely to increase annually and it does not include additional costs, including living expenses.

London Metropolitan University provides scholarships to support international students, including the International Bright Futures Scholarship, which offers a £3,000 tuition fee reduction, given automatically to eligible students. The Elite Scholarships cater to students from specific countries, such as Canada and the USA, offering up to £5,500 per year.

Also, the London Metropolitan University Sanctuary Scholarship assists students facing immigration-related funding challenges. The Unite Foundation Scholarship Scheme also offers three years of free accommodation to eligible undergraduate students who are care leavers or estranged from their parents, making higher education more accessible.

Graduates of the BSc Human Nutrition (including foundation year) programme from London Metropolitan University can become:

• Data Scientist
• Data Analyst
• Data Engineer
• Business Intelligence Developer
• Statistician

Admission to the BSc Human Nutrition (including foundation year) programme is made through UCAS. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.