Public Health Nutrition PGCert / PGDip / MSc
Robert Gordon University
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This online MSc Public Health Nutrition course provides teaching and learning around the role of food and nutrition in health and disease, and how this knowledge can be applied to improve public health.We will support you to develop the professional skills required for a successful career in the field – working to improve the diet and nutritional status of individuals, communities and populations with the aim of improving health and wellbeing and reducing the burden of disease.Food and ...Read more

This online MSc Public Health Nutrition course provides teaching and learning around the role of food and nutrition in health and disease, and how this knowledge can be applied to improve public health.

We will support you to develop the professional skills required for a successful career in the field – working to improve the diet and nutritional status of individuals, communities and populations with the aim of improving health and wellbeing and reducing the burden of disease.

Food and nutrition policies for improving health and preventing chronic disease are required worldwide. Undernutrition and obesity are global public health problems, and food security and sustainable diets are of increasing importance as we adapt to feed a growing population whilst mitigating the effects of climate change on food production. You will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

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Modules

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Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold at least a 2:2 undergraduate science-based honours degree (or its equivalent) in biological or life sciences, which includes Chemistry and Biology within the course. Applicants with a lower degree classification and/or relevant work experience would need to demonstrate a sound underpinning knowledge in the biosciences to meet the demands of the course and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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£8,290 per year

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Students from Domestic

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The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£8,290 per year

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Students from Other UK

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The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£8,290 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

£13,490 per year

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Uni info

Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House Garthdee Road Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB10 7QB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  0.2 miles away

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