Nutrition and Food Science MSc
University of Reading
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This programme is accredited by the Association for Nutrition*, and you can become a Registered Associate Nutritionist upon graduation. You will explore the scientific aspects of food and nutrition, and assess the wider implications of diet on health and wellbeing. Study topics such as lifestyle, nutrigenetics and personalised nutrition, microbes in health and disease, public health nutrition, consumer food choice, food product reformulation, and nutrition communication and professional practice.
*Accreditation is reviewed periodically.
"During my time at Reading, I developed knowledge of the fundamentals of nutrition and food science, which served as an excellent springboard to enter the job market. The breadth of the course was a key factor, and it's aided me in my current role working on a number of diverse projects. The course will really open your eyes to the numerous aspects of nutrition and food science, and the lecturers will be happy to help you pursue any of these avenues for your future career.<MS&&>" Ewen Trafford, MSc Nutrition and Food Science
For more information, please visit the programme page: <MW&&>https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/food-and-nutritional-sciences-pg/msc-nutrition-and-food-science.</MW&&> </MS&&>
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Arts and Humanities/Economic and Social Science Subjects
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees Science/Life Science Subjects
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Arts and Humanities/Economic and Social Science Subjects
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Science/Life Science Subjects
Costs
Tuition Fees Nutrition and Food Science MSc
| Channel Islands | £10550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £10550 | |
| EU | £22850 | |
| England UK | £10550 | |
| Northern Ireland | £10550 | |
| Scotland | £10550 | |
| Wales | £10550 | |
| International | £22850 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About University of Reading
The University of Reading is a publicly funded university in Reading, Berkshire, England. Reading has four major campuses; London Road and Whiteknights campus which are located in Reading itself, with Greenlands campus being found on the banks of the River Thames. The fourth campus is known as Iskandar Puteri, in Malaysia.
List of 375 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Reading - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Reading
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Reading by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11905
- postgraduates:
- 3995
- Total:
- 15900
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