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Course info
UCAS CODE BB94
Health and nutrition is an area of national concern. The resources of the Health Service in contemporary Britain are increasingly being directed at preventative health care and at strategies which educate, inform and guide behaviour in certain health related issues. You will develop a sound scientific underpinning knowledge, but also gain skills in health care and specifically in recognising and planning for nutritional related health issues. It encompasses a wide range of situations and
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Health and nutrition is an area of national concern. The resources of the Health Service in contemporary Britain are increasingly being directed at preventative health care and at strategies which educate, inform and guide behaviour in certain health related issues. You will develop a sound scientific underpinning knowledge, but also gain skills in health care and specifically in recognising and planning for nutritional related health issues. It encompasses a wide range of situations and scenarios, developing the people skills as well as the knowledge required to work with individuals. It also involves broader roles, such as working with schools and groups, using persuasive and informational techniques and exploring the cultural and social barriers which inhibit sensible nutritional behaviours.The combination of practical and academic skills you will gain from the course will make you the ideal candidate for a wide range of jobs in the field of Health and Nutrition Professional placement will increase your skills and make you more attractive to employers. It is particularly important if you want to work in Health Promotion, or if you are considering teaching. Take advantage of work placements offered on the course to build up your skills and knowledge. Students can go on to work within the National Health Service, Health Promotion, The Education Sector and Leisure Industry.Please note that nutritionists do not give dietary advice to individual patients or work directly with patients without supervision. This is done by a state registered dietitian.Progression is available to a number of courses including BA (Hons) Education and Training and BA (Hons) Human Behavioural Studies, BSc (Hons) Applied Social Science, BA (Hons) Applied Sport and Health Science at Truro and Penwith College. Graduates may also progress into the second year of BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Exercise & Health at Plymouth University - this top-up provides the opportunity for you to become a registered nutritionist.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Other UK.
Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£8,224
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within England.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£8,224
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£8,224
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£8,224
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£8,224
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,335
per year
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,335
per year
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Truro and Penwith College can be found across two main campuses in Cornwall, offering over 50 study programmes, from Level 4 to postgraduate. There is a great range of University level courses and subjects to choose from and all of the courses on offer are approved either by Plymouth University or by Pearson. The two campuses are located in Truro and Penzance. There are also additional purpose-built arts centres at the Tregye Campus and the Penzance School of Art.
At Truro there is a campus restaurant and café run by the Rick Stein Academy, providing the perfect place for students to have a break and enjoy different dining experiences. While Penwith boasts enviable views and modern facilities in a relaxed, coastal environment.
Where you'll study
St Clare Street
Penzance
Cornwall And Isles Of Scilly
TR18 2SA
