Overview

The BSc (Hons) Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University examines the scientific relationship between food, nutrition and human health. The course combines biological and nutritional science with social and behavioral perspectives, helping students understand factors that influence dietary choices, health and nutrition-related conditions.

What You'll Learn

• Human physiology, including major body systems and the processes supporting healthy function.

• Nutrition science, nutrient requirements and the relationship between diet and health.

• Food science, microbiology, food safety and the properties of food.

• Nutritional biochemistry and human metabolism.

• Genetics and lifestyle-related health conditions.

• Nutrition, physical activity and health.

• Community and public health nutrition, including health inequalities and behavior change.

• Research methodology, statistics, data handling and evaluation of scientific evidence.

• Professional development and practical approaches to nutrition practice.

• Current issues in nutrition and a substantial research project. 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to explain the scientific principles linking nutrition, food and human health and apply this knowledge to different nutritional contexts. They will develop the ability to analyses nutritional information and statistics, evaluate scientific research and interpret evidence relating to diet and health. Students will understand how biological, psychological and social factors can influence eating behavior and health outcomes. They will also be able to conduct nutrition-related research, assess their professional development and communicate evidence-based information clearly. The course supports the development of practical, analytical and reflective skills for understanding nutrition within individual, community and public health contexts.