The Exercise and Nutrition Science MSc at the University of Chester is designed for ambitious professionals and graduates seeking to deepen their expertise in the critical interplay between physical activity, health, and nutrition. This postgraduate programme addresses contemporary challenges in promoting well-being and optimising performance, equipping you with a nuanced understanding of health and disease. You will explore fundamental and cutting-edge issues, making this course ideal for those aiming to advance their careers in health, sport, or exercise settings, or to pivot into this dynamic field.
This Master's degree is studied full-time on campus over one year, offering a rich blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will engage with modules covering physiology, nutrition in health and disease, and sports nutrition, complemented by hands-on sessions in well-equipped BASES-accredited physiology, biology, and food nutrition laboratories. Your learning journey culminates in a compulsory research project, allowing you to delve deeply into a topic of your choice. You will graduate with advanced skills and knowledge, prepared for roles in exercise prescription, sports nutrition, and public health initiatives.