BSc Nutrition
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, combining food science with health and disease prevention. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The final-year research project allows investigation of a chosen topic, and partnerships with local health groups and sports clubs provide applied learning opportunities. On-site laboratories support food testing and nutrition skills development.
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Entry requirements
112-128 UCAS points at A2, must include Chemistry or Biology at Grade C or above and another science at Grade C or above. Accepted science subjects are: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Maths and Physics BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM including specific science units. BTEC Diploma: D*D* including specific science units. Pass Access Course: 112-128 UCAS points including 15 Level 3 credits in Biology or Chemistry at Merit and 15 Level 3 credits in another science subject at Merit. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 112 - 128 UCAS points. Must include a minimum of grade 5 from Higher Level Biology or Chemistry and grade 5 from another science subject. T Level in Science with an overall grade M IELTS: 6.5 with no component lower than 6.0 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English language or equivalent. Must include grade C/4 in two sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics or double science equivalents can be accepted.
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 65%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Gained a higher qualification: 10%
- Left higher education: 20%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 80%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Core Concepts in Human Nutrition
- Principles of Cell Biology and Human Physiology
- Principles of Food Science and Dietary Health
- Understanding Wellbeing: Behaviour, Society and Self
- Applied Principles of Physiology and Metabolic Function
- Nutritional Needs Across the Lifespan
- Applied Social and Behavioural Approaches to Wellbeing
- Food Science and Nutrition in Practice
- Project Development
- Project Realisation
- Clinical Biochemistry and Preventative Nutrition
- Functional Foods and Sustainable Nutrition
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nutrition at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £20,000 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,500 and £29,500. The £22,500 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Nutrition and dietetics.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nutrition at University of Lancashire?
90% 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 University of Lancashire?
The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
Does BSc Nutrition at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Nutrition at University of Lancashire?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.