University of Roehampton

BSc Nutrition and Health

University of Roehampton

Course overview

The BSc Nutrition and Health with Foundation at the University of Roehampton is a four-year course that begins with a foundation year that provides important academic and practical skills to prepare students for degree-level study. This programme is accredited by the Association for Nutrition, thereby allowing graduates to become Registered Associate Nutritionists.

Students will learn human nutrition principles, including vitamins, minerals, physiology, metabolism, and psychological factors influencing diet. The curriculum features innovative topics such as ‘omics’ technology, diet-gene interactions, and food science, with practical access to state-of-the-art laboratories.

There is a research project and an optional paid work placement to gain real-world experience included in the programme. BSc Nutrition and Health with Foundation assessment methods combines coursework, practical experiments, and examinations to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.

Entry requirements

International applicants are to meet the following academic and English language requirements to qualify for the course:

Grade Requirements

  • An entry level of 48 UCAS points or the equivalent.
  • A GCSE in Maths (Grade C/4).
  • At least one A-level or BTEC in a science subject or Home Economics (Food Nutrition & Health), with a minimum Grade C.

English Proficiency

  • IELTS overall score of at least 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component (listening, reading, writing, speaking).
  • A Kaplan Test of English (KTE) requiring 444-477, which is equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum score of B2 in each component.
  • TOEFL iBT of 80 overall, with a minimum of 17 in listening and writing, 18 in reading, and 20 in speaking.

Scholarships

  • 20% Tuition Fee Discount

    A 20% tuition fee discount for all alumni of the University.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Country Scholarships

    Country Scholarship A: This award is worth £2,500. Country Scholarship B: This award is worth £1,500 to each successful applicants who enrols.

  • Engineering and Technology Scholarship

    £3,000 for all overseas fee-paying students applying for one of the new Engineering and Technology Undergraduate courses.

    Up to £3,000

  • Esports Scholarships

    Up to 20 cash scholarships, worth £2,000 per year of your degree, are available to students who demonstrate aptitude in esports.

    Up to £2,000

  • International Excellence Scholarship - Undergraduate

    £4,000 scholarships (x3 years); £2,500 scholarships (x3 years); £1,000 scholarships (x3 years).

  • Roehampton Higher Technical Qualification (HNC/ HND) Scholarship

    The scholarships are worth £2000, paid for the length of your course.

    Up to £2,000

  • Roehampton Women in Esports Scholarship

    Up to four scholarships available to first year students starting in September, each worth up to £2,000 a year.

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (Education)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (General)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College Teaching Scholarships

    £2,500 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,500

  • The London Methodist Bursary Fund

    £1,000 bursary payment are offered to students of the University of Roehampton.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Nutrition and Health with Foundation course can pursue a variety of rewarding career paths, including:

  • Registered Associate Nutritionist
  • Public Health Nutritionist
  • Clinical Nutritionist
  • Food Scientist/Technologist
  • Health Promotion Officer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Nutrition and Health with Foundation programme for international students is £16,950 per year (four years total for the foundation plus degree).

Admission

Applications for international students who desire to study this course are made through UCAS. There is a professional counsellor at AHZ waiting to provide guidance and clarification.

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