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BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science (Nutrition) including Foundation Year, Kingston University London
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About this course
This degree is designed for students interested in nutrition related to sport and exercise science, accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN). It provides practical knowledge on promoting good health and preventing disease, backed by co-curricular activities valued by both AfN and employers. Students will learn through modern facilities like the £9.8 million Eadweard Muybridge building, equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, exercise physiology and biomechanics labs, and a newly refurbished nutrition kitchen. The course integrates anatomy, physiology, energy metabolism, and sport and exercise psychology, with a focus on applying this knowledge to improve wellbeing. Being research-led, the teaching staff actively engage in research, presenting at international conferences and publishing in high-quality journals.
Why this course is highly recommended
Students are attracted to this course for its strong practical components, including access to cutting-edge labs and protocols involving world-class athletes, such as the Great Britain Olympic Canoe and Kayak Team and Fulham Football Club. The course’s accreditation by AfN allows graduates to apply as associate registered nutritionists without further assessment. The curriculum covers a broad range of relevant topics, supported by a dedicated nutrition kitchen and excellent facilities, ensuring students are well-prepared for careers in nutrition, health, sport, and public health.
Specialisation
This course specifically combines sport, exercise, and nutrition, focusing on how nutrition influences physical and mental health in sport and exercise contexts. Year 3 emphasizes nutrition, sport, and public health, giving students a comprehensive understanding of applied nutrition with an emphasis on public health nutrition in the later stages.
Course fees
Application fees
21.59L
1st year tuition fees
21.59L
Living cost
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Living cost
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Degree requirements
This is an undergraduate course requiring the completion of 360 credits, with each module typically worth 15 or 30 credits. A typical year involves about 1200 hours of study, split between scheduled activities and independent research. The course includes coursework assessments in every year, with feedback generally provided within 20 working days.
English language test
PTE
59
TOEFL
88
DUOLINGO
-
IELTS
6.5
Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the Kingston University London admission page for complete details.
Career prospects
Graduates can pursue careers in nutrition, exercise, and health-related research; the sport and leisure industries; lifestyle management; health promotion; the NHS; public health; and teaching. The course’s professional links and research-focused teaching ensure students are industry-ready, with skills valued across a variety of health and sport sectors.
FAQs
What facilities will I have access to?
Students gain access to modern laboratories, a nutrition kitchen, biomechanics and exercise physiology labs, as well as specialist equipment like electron microscopes and spectrometers, supporting practical learning.
What professional accreditation does this course have?
The course is accredited by the Association for Nutrition, allowing graduates to apply as associate registered nutritionists without additional competence checks.
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