BSc (Hons) Nutrition (with Industry Placement)

What you will study

Year 1 (Level 4)  

Introductory skills in human nutrition assessment and critical analysis will be developed, placing a strong emphasis on knowledge acquisition, problem-solving and basic research methodologies.

Modules:

• Introduction to Nutrition: This module will allow you to develop knowledge of the importance of nutrition in relation to human health and performance with introduction of key concepts including sources and functions of major nutrients, nutritional recommendations for populations, methods of nutritional assessment and consequences of inappropriate intakes.  
• Human Anatomy and Physiology: This module aims to introduce you to applied anatomy and physiology and enhance your knowledge and understanding of the complex systems within the human body.  You will develop an understanding of models that explore the critical windows of opportunity to influence health and performance.  
• Introduction to Genetics, Immunology and Biochemistry: This module aims to support you to become familiar with cell structural components, biochemistry and how cells function, with particular emphasis on metabolic pathways, immunology, genetics and DNA structure.  
• Food Science: This module aims to develop knowledge and practical skills in food science and technology, including methods of food or feed production, preparation, preservation, fortification, format and sustainability in relation to legislative and regulatory requirements.  
• Consumer Behaviour and Market Research: This module develops the major concepts associated with consumer buyer behaviour in the food industry and combines this with effective market research techniques to deliver innovative and successful product formats to market.  
• Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology: This module aims to provide you with the basic understanding of public health and build foundation of epidemiology. 

Year 2 (Level 5) 

Advancements in research skills and human nutrition-based methodologies will be emphasised, focusing on blending theory and practice, with special attention to contemporary nutrition application. 

Modules:

• Population and Public Health Nutrition: This module aims to help you develop a deeper understanding of the role of nutrition in population and public health. You will discuss and critically analyse public health strategy and consider the role of dietetics within this.
• Food Nutrition and Behaviour: To provide an understanding of the bio-psycho-social underpinnings of normal and abnormal eating behaviours, and to enable the development of basic skills in relevant counselling and psychological interventions. 
  
• Research Methods: This module will equip you with skills required to locate and critically analyse research. This will enable you to understand the process involved when conducting scientific research and develop knowledge of key statistical methods used in nutrition research.  
• Metabolism: This module will introduce you to human metabolism, including general concepts and key principles. You will develop an understanding of metabolic regulation at a cellular level and how different metabolic pathways integrate to meet overall needs
• Food Microbiology and Preservation Techniques: This module aims to equip you with an understanding of the ways in which foods spoil, and how this spoilage can be reduced and/or prevented by using a range of preservation techniques. 
• Food Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship: This module aims to give you an understanding of how businesses and other organisations run within the framework of government policy and legal requirements. It also gives you an understanding of business law to provide an insight into the steps required to establish and operate a new business so that graduates might consider either business start-up after graduation or a future career path in business management.
• Professional Development : The aim of this module is to provide you with the opportunity to develop professionally under supervision and guidance. You will spend placement hours in internships, attending workshops, and or conferences. Learning opportunities both on campus and within the practice placement experience will allow you to advance your competence in knowledge, communication and professional skills to the point of proficiency required by the Professional Bodies  

Year 3 (Industry Placement )

• Industry Placement: This module aims to provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the workplace, specifically related to your specialism, via first-hand experience. This module allows you to undertake a sustained period, embedded with a host employer, to work on one or more defined projects or goals. You will be expected to find and secure a suitable placement opportunity in collaboration with the module leader. The Industry Placement will typically take place during the normal academic year, over the two normal university semesters. However, where necessary, it may start earlier, and finish earlier where required by industry. As such its duration should normally be in the region of 40 weeks dependent on working hours

Year 4 (Level 6) 

The focus at this stage will be on global health security, high-level research skills, critical thinking, and professional practice. Independent projects will demonstrate advanced understanding and application.

Modules:

• Nutrition Across the Lifespan: This module aims to provide an understanding of the nutritional needs of the different population groups and understand factors which might influence nutritional requirements as well as impact on health.
• Precision and Personalised Nutrition: This module aims to develop an understanding of nutrigenetics, nutrigenomics, metabolomics and proteomics affect precision and personalised nutrition and will allow you to understand how novel technologies and artificial intelligences are used in precision and personalised nutrition.
• Global Health Security: The module aims to develop an understanding of some of the key issues that currently influence the global health security as well as those which are expected to impact on the global health in the future.
• Public Health Nutrition and Promotion: The basis of this module is health promotion, with public health interventions of a proactive and novel nature reflective of current public health approaches. The module will look critically at the various partners involved in promoting population health, including government, statutory and third sector, and the private sector. You will be encouraged to consider opportunities to work with professional partners from other health related fields to formulate a health promotion campaign which targets a particular group, demographic or activity.
• Research Project: To enable you to engage in primary research (empirical or non-empirical) in a topic relevant to the dietetics, food science, and nutrition profession.  

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Entry requirements & applying

112 UCAS tariff points obtained via A-level (must include subjects of Biology and Chemistry, Maths and one other subject at minimum grade C), Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificates.   

112 UCAS tariff points from alternative Level 3 qualifications, such as the Access to HE Diploma or B-TEC Extended Diploma (Science or Health studies). 

We will also normally expect applicants to demonstrate the following:  

• A minimum of 5 GCSE passes (A*-C, or 9-4) to include Maths, Biological Science and English/Welsh (if first language) or equivalent.  

Note: An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for placements involving work with children, young people or vulnerable adults. A DBS check is not required for other types of placements.

Teaching & Assessment

We deliver content using a variety of teaching and learning methods: 

• Lectures and presentations
• Interactive seminars 
• Practical workshops 
• Simulated learning activities 
• Online quizzes 
• Webinars 
• Blended learning 

We will use a range of assessment methods such as: 

• Essays
• In-class test/ exams
• Presentations and Poster
• Portfolio
• Practicals
• Group assessments
• Research – Proposal & Project 

Teaching and Learning

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments.

Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.

Career prospects

Our dedicated Careers and Employability team is committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. They provide personalised advice, useful resources, and extracurricular employability events to prepare you for the job market.

Graduates of this course can pursue careers in: 

• Public Health
• Education Research
• Food Industry
• Policy Development
• Health Promotion
• Nutrition Consultancy 

Additionally, you may choose to further your expertise through postgraduate studies. Explore our postgraduate courses for more information.

Fees & funding

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the fee FAQs.

All fees are subject to any changes in government policy, view our undergraduate fees.

Accommodation

At Wrexham University, we offer on-campus en-suite rooms within our Wrexham Student Village. These private, fully furnished spaces are conveniently located, providing easy access to campus facilities, study areas, and social spaces. Plus, you’re just a 10-minute walk from the city centre!

With all bills included, free Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, and large social areas, you’ll find everything you need for a great student experience.

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