Master of Public Health (Nutrition) (17 months)
Northumbria University
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Course OverviewPopular with both UK-based and international students, the unique Master of Public Health (Nutrition) programme has been specifically designed for those who wish to develop their career within public health, with a particular focus on nutrition. Typically you will be from a nutrition, food science, bioscience, sport, exercise, nursing, midwifery or integrated health and social care background.Guided by experts in the field of public health and registered nutritionists, you will ...Read more

Course Overview

Popular with both UK-based and international students, the unique Master of Public Health (Nutrition) programme has been specifically designed for those who wish to develop their career within public health, with a particular focus on nutrition. Typically you will be from a nutrition, food science, bioscience, sport, exercise, nursing, midwifery or integrated health and social care background.

Guided by experts in the field of public health and registered nutritionists, you will combine practical experience with a thorough grounding in relevant areas of theory and research. The practical application of these academic skills will equip you with the knowledge and approaches necessary to implement a broad range of interventions to improve public health outcomes in different employment contexts and in particular relating to food and nutrition, for example tackling a range of relevant societal issues such as, health inequalities in nutritional wellbeing, the increase in diabetes and the high prevalence of obesity.

Upon successful graduation you will possess in-depth research and enquiry skills, and a critical understanding of their application in public health and in a range of employment contexts:

local authorities
the community and local partnerships
the private sector
charitable organisations
the NHS and further research

Your Future

Upon graduation you will possess the skills required for leadership, management and system-based thinking in public health and nutrition, all of which will enhance your ability to lead and manage in a variety of public health organisations in the UK and worldwide.

The Master of Public Health (Nutrition) qualification is a national and internationally renowned degree that will help you seek employment in public or government services, voluntary organisations, non-governmental organisations and research posts both in the UK and abroad.

Completion of this Masters programme also provides an excellent grounding for progression to PhD or professional doctorate studies.

Roles may include:

policy development and implementation
assessing and scoping population or community needs
providing dietary and lifestyle advice to individuals or groups
nutrition consultancy
research
health promotion
community focused nutrition, health and wellbeing projects.

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The ambiance, the helpful staff and student council, the availability of resources and round the clock library service and the best security for us students make it such a great..Read more

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01 Nov 23

Firstly i would like to thank for giving me this opportunity, as a international student i was having a great time in the university with lot of facilities. The staff were..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a subject related to nutrition, healthcare or health sciences. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

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£6,530 per year

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Full International Fee: £9,250 for 2024/25 entry.

£12,882 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Full International Fee: £18,250 for 2024/25 entry.

£12,882 per year

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Students from International

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Full International Fee: £18,250 for 2024/25 entry.

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