Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise)
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Apply NowKey Facts
B994-
UCAS Tariff
120 - 104
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Course duration
3 years
Available for September start 2025
Further details on entry requirements
Apply NowThe BSc Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise) degree at Aberystwyth University allows you to explore the progression and treatment of human health, well-being and disease through the study of how cells, organs and systems function in the human body. In a world where lifestyle-related diseases are ever increasing, understanding how lifestyle impacts human health is becoming paramount.
You will explore the different methods and lifestyle considerations to promote healthy living and support healthy aging. The degree combines human biology (chemistry, genetics, microbiology) with exercise and nutrition science to understand their complex role in the regulation of the immune system and the development and management of chronic medical conditions including, cancer, stroke, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Across the three years of the degree, you will combine your understanding of the cellular mechanisms of ageing, exercise and nutrition to understand how they influence the health of the individual and the population.
You will develop the skills needed to provide nutritional advice, how to promote physical activity, as well as the application of cancer biology and immunology in laboratory settings. From these analyses, you will develop the skills relevant to diagnose diseases, assess their trajectory across the lifespan and to prevent and treat diseases by embedding lifestyle considerations into clinical disease management.
There is a particular focus on laboratory and practical skills throughout the degree which will prepare you for work in a variety of healthcare domains. These can range from graduate entry medicine, working in public health, as health professionals or in rehabilitation, and working in commercial pharmaceutical and nutritional companies.
Course Overview
Modules September start - 2025
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Biological chemistry | BR17320 | 20 |
Cell Biology * | BR17520 | 20 |
Genetics, Evolution and Diversity | BR17120 | 20 |
Human Anatomy and Kinesiology | BR16420 | 20 |
Human Physiological Systems | BR16320 | 20 |
Skills in Nutrition, and Science Communication | BR17420 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Applied Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics | BR20620 | 20 |
Cell and Cancer Biology | BR25920 | 20 |
Immunology | BR22220 | 20 |
Research Methods * | BR27520 | 20 |
Sport & Exercise Physiology | BR27420 | 20 |
Sport and Exercise Nutrition | BR22520 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Applied Sports Nutrition | BR30920 | 20 |
Research Project * | BR36440 | 40 |
Options
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics | BR37120 | 20 |
Injury and Rehabilitation | BR32020 | 20 |
Microbial Pathogenesis | BR33720 | 20 |
Molecular Biology of Development | BR36020 | 20 |
Molecular Pharmacology | BR36120 | 20 |
Parasitology | BR33820 | 20 |
Training and Performance Enhancement | BR34420 | 20 |
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
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Typical Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff 120 - 104
A Levels BBB-BCC with B in Biology
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh, Science and Mathematics
BTEC National Diploma:
DDD-DDM in a specified subject
International Baccalaureate:
30-28 with 5 points in Biology at Higher Level
European Baccalaureate:
75%-65% overall with 7 in Biology
English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.