BSc (Hons) Nutrition & Exercise Sciences

The Nutrition and Exercise Sciences BSc course at the University of Central Lancashire is a rigorous and stimulating program designed for students who wish to understand the scientific underpinnings of nutrition, exercise and health. The course enables students to gain knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate the scientific basis of nutrition and exercise involved in health and disease.Course Content: The course consists of three levels. At level 4, students will build a foundation in biological and sports and exercise science. Level 5 introduces students to nutrition, exercise and health issues. Level 6 students will use a multidisciplinary approach to study nutrition and exercise in the prevention and management of diseases. Key Modules: The course includes key modules such as Biological Basis of Human Performance, Consideration for Sports and Exercise, Mechanisms and Treatment of Disease, Nutrition in Practice, Exercise prescription and Testing, and Research Project in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences. Accreditations: This course is endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).Future Careers: Graduates will have a wide range of career opportunities within the health and fitness industry, including health promotion, fitness training, sports development, management and administration of sport and exercise programs, and sports and exercise consultancy.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.