Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health MSc at University Of Bristol

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Course details

How long is the course?
1 year

Attendance pattern
Full time

Course qualification
MSc in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health

Awarding body
University of Bristol

When does the course begin?
This course last started on 01-Oct-08

Please contact the college to enquire about new start dates.

Course info
There is a growing awareness that both eating and physical activity behaviours are linked in many ways to health. In particular, the escalating epidemic in obesity is linked critically to these two behaviours. The Department of Health recently established National Service Frameworks to address diabetes, coronary heart disease, mental health, cancer and the health of older people. These frameworks will guide public health policy for the foreseeable future and it is significant that both eating and physical activity habits impact critically on the aetiology, prevention and treatment of these diseases and also within older persons. We have little doubt that the fields of physical activity and nutrition will become increasingly inter-related in the future as efforts are made to reduce the burden of lifestyle-related disease. This MSc degree programme provides a multiple focus for preventing and treating disease in public health settings. We have shown that a considerable demand exists for multi-skilled professionals and researchers with specific expertise in both nutrition and physical activity. The programme will equip you with these skills, as well as providing a unique multi-disciplinary insight into energy balance, metabolism and related diseases. It is specifically designed for dietitians, physical activity specialists, and other health professionals such as nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists who wish to advance themselves in the important area of lifestyle-related disease treatment and prevention.

How much will it cost?
Full Time - £5,360 Part Time - £2,680

Assessment method
Coursework is assessed by written assignments, presentations, written reports or research proposals of 3,000 words (or equivalent). The dissertation requires a 15,000-word (maximum) report. There are no formal timed examinations.

Entry Requirements
Normal entry qualification is a good honours degree in a relevant academic field. Relevant academic fields include Dietetics, Food Science, Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Sports Science, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry and Biology. Other academic backgrounds can also be considered. Relevant professional experience will also be a positive factor in any application. IELTS score 6.5 for applicants whose first language is not English.

Where is the course held? (view on a map)
University of Bristol
Senate House
Tyndall Avenue
Bristol
BS8 1TH

Venue details
Childcare facilities are available on site. Early booking of sessions is strongly recommended due to high demand of limited places. Guidance and advice may be available for all aspects of student life. Facilities/Support are available for students with hearing impairment. Facilities/Support are available for students whose main language is not English. Facilities/Support are available for students with learning difficulties. Facilities/Support are available for students with restricted mobility.