Course Overview

Popular with both UK-based and international students, the unique Master of Public Health (Nutrition) program has been specifically designed for those who wish to develop their career within public health, with a particular focus on nutrition. Typically you will be from a nutrition, healthcare, or health sciences background. Guided by experts in the field of public health and registered nutritionists, you will combine practical experience with a thorough grounding in relevant areas of theory and research. The practical application of these academic skills will equip you with the knowledge and approaches necessary to implement a broad range of interventions to improve public health outcomes in different employment contexts and in particular relating to food and nutrition, for example tackling a range of relevant societal issues such as health inequalities in nutritional wellbeing, the increase in diabetes and the high prevalence of obesity. Upon successful graduation you will possess in-depth research and inquiry skills, and a critical understanding of their application in public health and in a range of employment contexts: 1. local authorities 2. the community and local partnerships 3. the private sector 4. charitable organizations 5. the NHS and further research

General Eligibility

A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree in a subject related to nutrition, healthcare, or health sciences. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications, and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

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Language Requirement

• International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*).