The
following information was taken directly from BathSpa
University's printed prospectus.
"By studying human nutrition you will understand
the scientific principles underlying nutritional requirements
throughout life, in health and disease.
This is a stimulating and provocative programme that will
challenge some of your own views and opinions and will
answer many misconceptions.
Why choose this course?
It is a specialised award, meaning that most of the modules
are compulsory. However, in order for students to tailor
their degree towards future career aspirations or interests
there are some options, there is also a ten day placement
in Year 2 and a research project in Year 3.
Students have personal on-campus access to dietary analysis
software, which is used frequently in lectures and seminars.
We have excellent specialist facilities that include biology
and microbiology laboratories and a recently refurbished
food workshops.
About the Course
You will be taught by a small core lecturing team; however
we have number of visiting expert lecturers who take both
lectures and seminars on their areas of expertise.
In Year 1 you will develop a sound knowledge of the science
that underpins the study of nutrition and factors that
impinge on human health. You will be introduced to a broad
range of public health strategies designed to promote
behaviour change.
In Year 2 you will build upon your knowledge and apply
it to aspects of human nutrition investigating the role
of diet and physical activity in health and disease. Importantly
you will gain an understanding of the ethical and professional
framework you will work within as a graduate of a human
nutrition degree.
In your final year you will critically explore the complex
nature of issues related to dietary intake paying particular
attention to why individuals choose to consume particular
diets and how these choices impact on health. The primary
research investigation is an important part of your studies
in Year 3 and this will enable you to integrate the practical
and theoretical aspects of diet, nutrition and ethics."
Careers
There is a growing interest in human nutrition and its
effect on health. There is an increasing demand for multi-skilled
graduates with knowledge of nutrition and health who will
be able to find employment in both the public and private
sector.
Private sector careers include development of new food
products; food safety and compliance with nutritional
claims; marketing; public relations; and medical food
companies.
Public sector careers include local or national government
in health or food departments; public health; health science
in schools, colleges or universities. Graduates of the
BSc Human Nutrition degree may go on to do postgraduate
study, such as dietetics, or research, such as MPhil or
PhD.
If you may have further questions or concerns about this
program at Bath Spa University or for other programs please
contact
representative Popabroad for further information.
