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University of Sheffield: Human Nutrition
Institution | University of Sheffield |
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Department | School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) |
Web | http://www.sheffield.ac.uk |
scharr-pgt-enquiries@sheffield.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0114 222 5454 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Get the knowledge and skills to build a career in nutrition. The course is taught by Registered Nutritionists and other health professionals, who offer a global perspective on contemporary nutritional issues.
**Course description**
In this course, you will explore the relationship between diet, health and disease, and investigate the issues facing global food systems, food sustainability and public health.
Our Human Nutrition course dates back over 30 years, so our team of experts bring a wealth of experience along with a detailed knowledge of the latest developments in the field. You will study in a university with a long-standing reputation for nutrition research and learning. You will be taught by Registered Nutritionists, and other health professionals, actively involved in research and knowledge exchange. They can train you to develop the knowledge and employability skills you need to pursue a career as a professional nutritionist or to move on to further studies.
**What you will study**
You will be trained in a broad range of nutrition topics that are of current relevance, including the fundamentals of nutrition: from human biochemistry and physiology to public health, epidemiology, and nutrition and disease.
You’ll explore how the food we eat affects the human body, and how our diets influence both our physical and mental health. You’ll investigate the current challenges facing vulnerable population groups and learn about the importance of global and local nutritional policy. There will also be opportunities to tailor your learning with optional modules in theory and research methodologies.
You will take part in laboratory sessions where you can practise different methods of dietary assessment and analysis that you can use as a nutritionist. You can also learn how to conduct an anthropometry assessment of nutritional status, as well as methods of assessing household food (in)security.
Our programme includes discussions and debates on contemporary issues such as food sustainability, food policy and public health, and personalised nutrition.
The course will help you to develop skills around communication, professionalism and practice that you need to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams as a professional nutritionist.
**Research project**
As part of the course, you will conduct a research project on a topic that interests you, under the supervision of an expert staff member. This could include primary data collection projects, secondary data analysis projects, or literature reviews. Previous projects include:
- A primary data investigation into whether men and women respond differently to interventions aimed at reducing meat consumption.
- A secondary data analysis studying the effect of cow milk on colitis.
- A narrative review investigating consumer understanding of added sugar on packaging labels.
Your research training will also give you the chance to learn about the ethics of scientific research, research methodologies, statistical analysis, and how to critically evaluate scientific studies.
**Intercalation**
We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You’ll have a 2:1 degree in a relevant science subject. A 2:2 may be acceptable depending on the degree and your references. We also accept graduates in medicine. If your degree is not science-based, you may be accepted if you can demonstrate a sound underpinning knowledge in the biosciences, to meet the demands of the programme. |
Summary
This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists. You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, and you'll explore the importance of nutrition policy on a local and global scale.
**Course description**
As one of the most established Human Nutrition MScs in the UK, this course provides high-quality training in evidence-based nutrition, through faculty members who are actively working in research, knowledge exchange and health. This enables us to provide a contemporary learning experience, and the tools and skills you need for building a successful career as a professional nutritionist. You will also have access to resources and staff at the School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR), which is a world-ranking public health school.
The course aims to give you a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of human nutritional biochemistry, physiology and epidemiology, as well as public health nutrition, nutrition research, and nutrition in the global south. You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, enabling you to collect, analyse and interpret dietary information. You’ll also explore the nutritional challenges of vulnerable population groups and the importance of nutrition policy both locally and in a global context.
Furthermore, the MSc offers a choice of carrying out a research project in the area of your choosing, with the support of experts, thereby allowing you to personalise your degree and prepare for a career in a range of fields, including research, the food industry, academia, community nutrition, nutrition policy, humanitarian work, and nutrition consultancy.
**Accreditation**
Accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You’ll have a 2:1 degree in a relevant science subject. A 2:2 may be acceptable depending on the degree and your references. We also accept graduates in medicine. If your degree is not science-based, you may be accepted if you can demonstrate a sound underpinning knowledge in the biosciences, to meet the demands of the programme. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
This course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists. You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, and you'll explore the importance of nutrition policy on a local and global scale.
**Course description**
As one of the most established Human Nutrition MScs in the UK, this course provides high-quality training in evidence-based nutrition, through faculty members who are actively working in research, knowledge exchange and health. This enables us to provide a contemporary learning experience, and the tools and skills you need for building a successful career as a professional nutritionist. You will also have access to resources and staff at the School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR), which is a world-ranking public health school.
The course aims to give you a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of human nutritional biochemistry, physiology and epidemiology, as well as public health nutrition, nutrition research, and nutrition in the global south. You’ll study different methods of dietary assessment and analysis, enabling you to collect, analyse and interpret dietary information. You’ll also explore the nutritional challenges of vulnerable population groups and the importance of nutrition policy both locally and in a global context.
Furthermore, the MSc offers a choice of carrying out a research project in the area of your choosing, with the support of experts, thereby allowing you to personalise your degree and prepare for a career in a range of fields, including research, the food industry, academia, community nutrition, nutrition policy, humanitarian work, and nutrition consultancy.
**Accreditation**
Accredited by the Association for Nutrition – graduates can apply for direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Registered Associate Nutritionists
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You’ll have a 2:1 degree in a relevant science subject. A 2:2 may be acceptable depending on the degree and your references. We also accept graduates in medicine. If your degree is not science-based, you may be accepted if you can demonstrate a sound underpinning knowledge in the biosciences, to meet the demands of the programme. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
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