Fundamentals of Human Nutrition

This module will help you understand the basic principles of biochemistry and physiology and why they are essential in the study of nutrition. For this reason, the underlying biochemistry and physiology form the backbone of this module. The main emphasis is on nutrients required by humans, their sources in food in the UK and worldwide. Other aspects covered include the critical assessment of dietary reference values and nutrient intake. The aims of the module are to: provide a detailed examination of the different nutrients required by humans and their sources in food in the UK and worldwide critically evaluate methods used to assess nutrient intake at an individual and population level understand the relationship between lifestyle and body composition.

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IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking

UK students: £1,000 per module (part-time)

UK/Home: £1,000 per module (part-time)

September 2026 / September 2027

20 August (for a September start)

• Headington, United Kingdom