Overview This program provides a strong foundation in the fundamental biological and chemical sciences required to understand human health through food and diet. Studying at the University of Surrey, students examine how nutrients interact with the human body, the role of diet in preventing illness, and the scientific principles driving current nutritional research. This introductory foundation prepares students for advanced undergraduate study by establishing essential academic and laboratory skills.

What You'll Learn

• Core concepts of human physiology, biochemistry, and cell biology relative to nutritional science

• Principles of macronutrients and micronutrients, including their metabolism and dietary requirements

• Methods for assessing nutritional status and analyzing dietary intake patterns

• The influence of socioeconomic and psychological factors on food choices and eating habits

• Fundamentals of scientific research design, data analysis, and laboratory safety practices

Learning Outcomes

• Explain the biochemical and physiological mechanisms by which nutrients impact human health

• Apply standardized scientific methodologies to evaluate dietary intake and nutritional status accurately

• Analyze contemporary nutritional research to form evidence-based assessments of dietary claims

• Design basic nutritional interventions or studies using appropriate research frameworks

• Communicate complex scientific concepts effectively to both academic audiences and the general public