This course is aimed at BSc graduates in biological sciences (or related subjects) to allow them to specialise in nutrition. It offers students an in-depth education in human nutrition covering the underlying principles and evidence base, defining concepts, theories and methods, and the current knowledge and development of the subject, within a research-led environment. Key facts The programme is managed by the School’s Nutritional Sciences group which is the largest provider of undergraduate and postgraduate training in nutrition and related subjects in the UK. The group is also engaged in internationally renowned research in collaboration with academic and industrial partners.

In 2013, 97% of postgraduates in the School of Biosciences who were available for employment had secured work or further study within six months of graduation. The average starting salary was £23,976 with the highest being £29,000.* * Known destinations of full-time home and EU postgraduates, 2012/13. Career destinations included biochemists, lecturers, medical scientists and scientific researchers. Companies and organisations our graduates have gone on to work for include Domantis GSK, GE Healthcare, Lonza Biologics, Mars Confectionary, Q Chip and Unilever.