Overview

This foundational pathway introduces students to the core scientific principles that connect diet, physical activity, and human health. Offered at the University of Lancashire, the curriculum addresses modern public health challenges, such as physical inactivity and dietary-related chronic illnesses. By examining the relationship between food science and bodily performance, the program prepares learners for advanced study in preventative healthcare, sports performance, and wellness promotion.

What You'll Learn

• Fundamental concepts in human nutrition, dietary assessment, and nutrient functionality.

• Essentials of human physiology, cardiovascular function, and metabolic responses to movement.

• The impact of nutritional interventions and physical activity on preventing metabolic and lifestyle-related diseases.

• Practical laboratory techniques for evaluating food chemistry and biological markers.

• Key academic study skills, data interpretation methods, and group communication strategies.

Learning Outcomes

Upon finishing this introductory year, students will understand how nutrient intake and exercise influence overall physiological wellbeing and athletic output. Learners will be equipped to evaluate dietary data, apply core scientific research to practical scenarios, and discuss contemporary health challenges with clarity. Furthermore, students will possess the academic groundwork and laboratory confidence required to succeed in degree-level studies within sport, exercise, and nutritional sciences.