BSc Nutrition
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
About this course
BSc (Hons) Nutrition, exploring the science of food, human physiology, and dietary health. Core topics include Research Methods and Entrepreneurship. The programme spans four years and includes a professional placement offering real-world experience in nutrition settings. Accredited by The Association for Nutrition, graduates may join the voluntary Register of Nutritionists as Associate Nutritionist upon completion.
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Entry requirements
Scottish Higher: Standard: BBBC, Minimum: BCCC A Level: BCC Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H3H3 H3 International Baccalaureate: 28 points International: IELTS score of 6.5 with no element below 6.0 Am I a Widening Access student? We apply the minimum entry criteria to applicants who meet one or more contextual factors. To see if this would apply to you, please refer to the access and application page. Preferred subjects: Scottish Higher/ A-Level to include Biology or Chemistry at Higher or equivalent. A second Science subject at Higher or equivalent (can include Chemistry, Biology, Home Economics, or Health & Food Technology) Irish Leaving Certificate (ILC) to include Biology or Chemistry and one other science subject (can include Maths, Home Economics, Chemistry, or Health & Food Technology) International Baccalaureate (IB) to include Chemistry or Biology and one other science subject (can include Maths, Home Economics, Chemistry, or Health & Food Technology) We welcome applications for Year One entry from students from science-based Access or Foundation Courses that include adequate Biology or Chemistry. Each application is assessed on their individual merits and prospective students are encouraged to speak to the Admission Tutor to discuss the options. Required subjects: National 5/GCSE Biology or Chemistry at grade C/4 or above is required and National 5/GCSE grade C/4 in a second science subject is required National 5/GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above is required (National 5 Application of Maths or Lifeskills are also accepted) For ILC, required subjects at O4/H5. For IB, required subjects at standard level 4 Mature/Access: We welcome applications from mature students with relevant qualifications in Biology and Chemistry or experience. Visit our College Leavers and Mature Students Advice page for more information. Direct Entry: Direct entry will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Year Two HNC in a related subject with B in the graded unit Year Thr
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 38 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 86%
- Working and studying: 6%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 37%
- Therapy professionals: 24%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Sales occupations: 4%
- Elementary occupations: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 3%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 77%
- Northern Ireland: 6%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 45%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 35%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Modules
- Human Physiology
- Skills for Academic & Professional Success
- Food, Lifestyle and Society
- Introduction to Food Science
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- Sustainable Food Systems
- Health Coaching Conversations
- Medical Microbiology and Immunology
- Nutrient Metabolism
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Pharmacology
- Fundamentals of Nutrition
- Food & Nutrition Policy
- Disease Aetiology and Management
- Nutrition through the Life-Course
- Nutrition Placement
- Clinical Nutrition
- Epidemiology in Public Health
- Current Issues in Nutrition Science
- Nutrition in Practice
- Honours Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £33,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Nutrition and dietetics.
What do graduates of BSc Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh do next?
92% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 176 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Nutrition at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.