The PGDip Sport and Exercise Nutrition course is ideal for those who wish to pursue a career as sports nutrition practitioners or sports nutritionists. As sports nutrition becomes an increasingly important aspect of performance and health, there is a growing demand for professionals with the skills to work in this field. This programme is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to become effective sports nutrition practitioners, capable of supporting athletes and individuals in achieving their health and performance goals. The course is developed around the principles of evidence-based nutrition, ensuring that students are trained to deliver reliable and effective nutrition advice. The curriculum emphasises performance nutrition and how it applies to real-life situations in sport, enabling graduates to meet the unique nutritional needs of athletes and sports enthusiasts. Students will study sport nutrition for athletes, focusing on the impact of diet on training, performance, and recovery. A blend of applied sports nutrition and nutrition science foundations gives students a solid understanding of the body’s energy requirements during different types of physical activity, as well as the skills to craft personalised nutrition plans. By covering exercise nutrition principles, students gain insight into how diet affects the body during various forms of sport and physical activity, including both endurance and strength-based exercises. The course also places significant emphasis on health and wellbeing in sport, teaching students how to support the overall health of active individuals, from weekend warriors to professional athletes.