Nutrition (Hons) University of Nottingham

Overview

Nutrition is more than just what we eat — it’s a powerful science that connects to some of the biggest challenges we face today, like chronic diseases, global health inequalities, and environmental sustainability.

At the Nutrition (Hons) programme from the University of Nottingham you’ll develop a deep understanding of how nutrients work at the molecular level and how they affect things like appetite, metabolism, and disease prevention. Throughout the degree, you’ll learn how biology, genetics, psychology, and social factors shape our food choices and health.

By building a strong foundation — from how our genes interact with our diet to how nutrition affects entire populations — you’ll learn how to think critically and create real solutions to nutrition problems around the world. 

Career opportunities:

Studying nutrition at Nottingham sets you up for a wide range of exciting and impactful careers. The graduates have the skills and knowledge to make a real difference in areas like:

• Food industry – from product development to food safety and regulation 

• Public health – supporting healthier communities through education and policy

• Sports nutrition – helping athletes perform at their best

• Research – shaping the future of nutrition through science 

The graduates have secured roles across the sector, including:

• Performance Nutritionist – Cincinnati Reds (USA)

• Senior Nutritionist – Marks & Spence

• Nutritionist – Reed Wellbeing

• Product Developer – Nutrition Works

• Obesity Policy Analyst – Department of Health

• PhD researchers in nutrition, public health, and food science