Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons)

**This exciting degree explores the physiological, biochemical and psychosocial aspects of nutrition, as well as public health and health promotion.** <br/><br/>The field of nutrition is growing in importance and graduates from this course will be able to access a wide range of career opportunities. Nutritionists are needed to work with individuals, groups and communities, the food industry, regulatory bodies and policy makers to promote healthy diets and appropriate food choice. <br/><br/><br/>- The course aims to draw on the expertise of academics from biological and analytical sciences and public health nutrition to provide an integrated course, centred on human nutrition and healthy eating, food safety and regulatory processes, food analysis and public health. <br/><br/><br/>- You’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience of a wide range of scientific techniques. Assessments are designed to mimic real-life scenarios, such as analysing nutrient intake from a food diary, developing dietary interventions and designing health promotion campaigns. <br/><br/><br/>- Throughout the course, you will receive insight from researchers and current practitioners who will bring you the latest issues on a wide range of nutritional and health topics. <br/><br/><br/>* Key Course Benefits*<br/><br/><br/>- No.7 for Food Science in The Complete University Guide 2023<br/><br/><br/>- Support applying for placements to gain crucial real-world experience*<br/><br/><br/>- Supported and taught by an academic team which includes registered nutritionists, food scientists, microbiologists, and food safety experts (staff may be subject to change). <br/><br/><br/>- Gain hands-on experience of a wide range of industry techniques in our state-of-the-art laboratories based in the multi-million-pound Alison Gingell Building*. <br/><br/><br/>*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

Studying at Coventry's city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You'll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry's Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You'll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Register Interest today to find out more about the campus and where you'll study!