Sport and Exercise Nutrition

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sports & Exercise Science, Physical Sciences, Biochemistry, Dietetics, Nutrition, Medicine or Sports Therapy, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Learn to support athletes’ competitive performance, recovery, and overall health by providing them with specialist and evidence-based nutritional advice.

As part of this course, you’ll:

• Study an academically challenging and vocationally relevant programme, underpinned by evidence-based practice
• Gain a thorough understanding of the multidisciplinary aspects of sport and exercise nutrition
• Study the principles and applications of sport and exercise nutrition in practice
• Explore scientific concepts that promote an understanding of issues in the study of sport and exercise nutrition

SENR accredited

This course aims to meet the professional standards set by leading industry organisations. It was the first to be accredited by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENR), the national register for qualified sport and exercise nutritionists. Upon completion of MSc Sport & Exercise Nutrition, you’ll be able to apply for graduate registration with the SENR.