MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition

The MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Northumbria University will give you the knowledge and skills to work as a professional sport and exercise nutritionist. The course is approved by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENR). This means it meets recognised industry standards and can help you work towards professional registration through the SENR Graduate accreditation pathway.

During the course, you will study topics such as exercise metabolism, applied sport nutrition, physiology of sport performance, and practical skills for working with athletes and active people. You will also improve your research skills and complete a major project in a topic you choose.

By completing the MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Northumbria University, you will graduate with both scientific knowledge and practical skills to make a difference in sports, health, and performance environments.

Northumbria University is a public university located in Newcastle, in the northeast of England. It started as Rutherford College in 1877 before it officially became a university in 1992. It offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as classes for professional development.

Northumbria University is known for preparing students for their careers. It has strong relationships with different industries and focuses on research that makes a real-world difference. The university also prioritises sustainability and student wellbeing. It was named the best in the North East for sustainability, which means it is very committed to protecting the environment and supporting green projects.

• Work experience in a relevant field or a professional qualification may be considered.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as sports science, nutritional science, sports coaching, or physiotherapy. 

English Proficiency:

• Non-native speakers of English are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6.0 in each component (or approved equivalent) to show proficiency in English.

The tuition fee to study the MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Northumbria University for the 2025/2026 academic session is £20,950.

Northumbria University offers different types of financial support for students, such as grants and scholarships. These are given to students who have very good academic results or who need help paying for their studies. International students starting a postgraduate course at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus in September 2025 may be able to get a £3,000 discount on their tuition fees for the first year.

To apply for this course, you have to use the online application link provided by the university. For more information about this process, you can consult any of our expert counsellors at AHZ.

To apply for this course, you have to use the online application link provided by the university. For more information about this process, you can consult any of our expert counsellors at AHZ.