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University of Roehampton: Clinical Nutrition
Institution | University of Roehampton View institution profile |
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Department | Life Sciences |
Web | www.roehampton.ac.uk |
postgradadmissions@roehampton.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 020 8392 3232 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
**Why this course?**
- This programme is accredited by the Association for Nutrition
- Top ten in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2022, 2023)
- Learn in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities including biomedical and microbiology lab
- Jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country, and the best modern university in London for research excellence. (REF 2021). 77% of our research is ranked ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021)
- This programme is the first MSc in Clinical Nutrition to be established in the UK
- Learn from specialist guest lecturers from leading scientists, dietitians, clinicians and pharmacists
**About this course:**
Gain the skills to help improve people’s health and well-being in the context of the malnutrition, obesity, metabolic response to injury and chronic disease. Topics include:
- Principles of Nutrition
- Body Composition Practical
- Nutrition Sport
- Clinical Nutrition and Public Health
- Cells Disease and Therapy
- Obesity and Metabolism
**Skills:**
The programme is designed for all members of nutrition support teams and is also suitable for students who wish to pursue clinically based nutrition research.
After establishing a firm foundation in physiology and the biochemistry of nutrition, this programme will cover the nutritional management for clinical conditions such as gastro-enteral problems, long-term disablement, and intensive care. It also includes a focus on nutrition support in paediatric, adult, older adult and critically ill patients.
This course is perfect for nutrition support teams or those who want to pursue a career or a doctorate in clinically based nutrition. You will gain important insight into contemporary developments in clinical nutrition for a wide range of healthcare professionals.
**Career opportunities:**
You could go onto a wide range of careers, including:
- Nutritionist (public sector, private commercial or independent)
- Public health nutritionist
- Academia research/teaching
- Commercial research
- NHS (various roles)
- Local and central government (roles in policy and health promotion)
In addition, many students are already health professionals and study the course as part of their career development and specialisation.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Entry on to this course requires an undergraduate degree in a related discipline. If you are unsure if your degree qualifies please contact us. You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Non-graduates with appropriate professional or other qualifications may be accepted on an individual basis by course conveners. |
Location | Whitelands College Holybourne Avenue London SW15 4JD |
Fees
England | 9713 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 9713 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9713 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9713 GBP for Year 1 |
EU | 17325 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 17325 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Why this course?**
- This programme is accredited by the Association for Nutrition
- Top ten in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2022, 2023)
- Learn in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities including biomedical and microbiology lab
- Jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country, and the best modern university in London for research excellence. (REF 2021). 77% of our research is ranked ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021)
- This programme is the first MSc in Clinical Nutrition to be established in the UK
- Learn from specialist guest lecturers from leading scientists, dietitians, clinicians and pharmacists
**About this course:**
Gain the skills to help improve people’s health and well-being in the context of the malnutrition, obesity, metabolic response to injury and chronic disease. Topics include:
- Principles of Nutrition
- Body Composition Practical
- Nutrition Sport
- Clinical Nutrition and Public Health
- Cells Disease and Therapy
- Obesity and Metabolism
**Skills:**
The programme is designed for all members of nutrition support teams and is also suitable for students who wish to pursue clinically based nutrition research.
After establishing a firm foundation in physiology and the biochemistry of nutrition, this programme will cover the nutritional management for clinical conditions such as gastro-enteral problems, long-term disablement, and intensive care. It also includes a focus on nutrition support in paediatric, adult, older adult and critically ill patients.
This course is perfect for nutrition support teams or those who want to pursue a career or a doctorate in clinically based nutrition. You will gain important insight into contemporary developments in clinical nutrition for a wide range of healthcare professionals.
**Career opportunities:**
You could go onto a wide range of careers, including:
- Nutritionist (public sector, private commercial or independent)
- Public health nutritionist
- Academia research/teaching
- Commercial research
- NHS (various roles)
- Local and central government (roles in policy and health promotion)
In addition, many students are already health professionals and study the course as part of their career development and specialisation.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Entry on to this course requires an undergraduate degree in a related discipline. If you are unsure if your degree qualifies please contact us. You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Non-graduates with appropriate professional or other qualifications may be accepted on an individual basis by course conveners. |
Location | Whitelands College Holybourne Avenue London SW15 4JD |
Fees
England | 471 GBP for Credit |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 471 GBP for Credit |
Scotland | 471 GBP for Credit |
Wales | 471 GBP for Credit |
Summary
*Gain the essential skillsets as a nutritionist to help improve people’s health and well-being in the context of the malnutrition, obesity, metabolic response to injury and chronic disease.
*
This was the first MSc in Clinical Nutrition to be established in the UK and has gained an international reputation, attracting students from around the world. You will consider the patient’s journey from birth to extreme age in the context of the metabolic response to injury or to chronic disease. The course is designed for all members of nutrition support teams and is also suitable for students who wish to pursue clinically-based nutrition research.
After establishing a firm foundation in physiology and the biochemistry of nutrition, this course will cover the nutritional management for clinical conditions such as gastro-enteral problems, long-term disablement and intensive care. It also includes a focus on nutrition support in paediatric, adult, older adult and critically ill patients.
This course is perfect for nutrition support teams or those who want to pursue a career or a doctorate in clinically-based nutrition. The course will provide an important insight into contemporary developments in clinical nutrition for a wide range of healthcare professionals.
You will have access to our state-of-the art facilities and excellent laboratories including a food lab complete with sensory analysis tasting booths and specialist laboratories for physiology, microbiology and computing.
Please note this programme does not lead to a qualification in the UK as a registered Dietitian. It is an accredited course with the Association for Nutrition, and does enable you to become a registered nutritionist, once you have complete two years in the nutrition field.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Entry on to this course requires an undergraduate degree in a related discipline. If you are unsure if your degree qualifies please contact us. You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Non-graduates with appropriate professional or other qualifications may be accepted on an individual basis by course conveners. |
Location | Whitelands College Holybourne Avenue London SW15 4JD |
Fees
England | 8427 GBP for Whole course |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 8427 GBP for Whole course |
Scotland | 8427 GBP for Whole course |
Wales | 8427 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
*Gain the essential skillsets as a nutritionist to help improve people’s health and well-being in the context of the malnutrition, obesity, metabolic response to injury and chronic disease.
*
This was the first MSc in Clinical Nutrition to be established in the UK and has gained an international reputation, attracting students from around the world. You will consider the patient’s journey from birth to extreme age in the context of the metabolic response to injury or to chronic disease. The course is designed for all members of nutrition support teams and is also suitable for students who wish to pursue clinically-based nutrition research.
After establishing a firm foundation in physiology and the biochemistry of nutrition, this course will cover the nutritional management for clinical conditions such as gastro-enteral problems, long-term disablement and intensive care. It also includes a focus on nutrition support in paediatric, adult, older adult and critically ill patients.
This course is perfect for nutrition support teams or those who want to pursue a career or a doctorate in clinically-based nutrition. The course will provide an important insight into contemporary developments in clinical nutrition for a wide range of healthcare professionals.
You will have access to our state-of-the art facilities and excellent laboratories including a food lab complete with sensory analysis tasting booths and specialist laboratories for physiology, microbiology and computing.
Please note this programme does not lead to a qualification in the UK as a registered Dietitian. It is an accredited course with the Association for Nutrition, and does enable you to become a registered nutritionist, once you have complete two years in the nutrition field.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Entry on to this course requires an undergraduate degree in a related discipline. If you are unsure if your degree qualifies please contact us. You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. Advice on recognition may be obtained from the Admissions Manager. Non-graduates with appropriate professional or other qualifications may be accepted on an individual basis by course conveners. |
Location | Whitelands College Holybourne Avenue London SW15 4JD |
Fees
England | 471 GBP for Credit |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 471 GBP for Credit |
Scotland | 471 GBP for Credit |
Wales | 471 GBP for Credit |
University of Roehampton
The University of Roehampton is based in southwest London on a 54-acre green and sustainable campus.
The University is focused on providing educational opportunities for all and committed to changing lives by helping students to develop the confidence, knowledge and adaptability they need for a successful graduate career and fulfilling life.
Roehampton has a proud history in higher education stretching back over 180 years through four historic colleges. The University’s character derives from its rich history, built on community, engagement and partnership, with a belief that no matter your background, Roehampton can help you realise your ambitions. …
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