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Food and Nutrition courses – Bath Spa University
Food and Nutrition courses – Bath Spa University
Food and Nutrition
Curious about careers in nutrition? Our nutrition degrees cover everything from food technology to fuelling optimum athletic performance. Explore the science behind diet and health, learn the skills sought after by employers, and apply your knowledge in our well-equipped labs.
#2 in the UK
in the overall rankings for Nutrition and Food Science (Guardian University Guide 2026)
#3 in the UK
for
Satisfaction with Teaching
in Nutrition and Food Science (Guardian University Guide 2026)
Our courses
Food with Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Equip yourself for employment within the growing food industry with our IFST accredited degree.
Related careers:
Food product development
Food technologist
Food safety: quality control and quality assurance
Food service management
Food business and marketing
Further study, such as MSc, PGCE or PhD
Course details
Human Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Gain official Registered Associate Nutritionist status with our accredited Human Nutrition course.
Related careers:
Health and wellbeing sector
Working in public health for councils or local organisations
Dietetics (after a postgraduate dietetics programme)
Working in the food industry
MSc or PhD study
Teaching Secondary Biology (after a PGCE)
Self-employment
Course details
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Develop the skills to deliver evidence-based dietary guidance for all levels of sport and exercise.
Related careers:
Health physiology
Health coaching
MSc or PhD study
Working in the food industry
Dietetics (after a postgraduate dietetics programme)
Research
Self-employment
Course details
Food with Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Equip yourself for employment within the growing food industry with our IFST accredited degree.
Related careers:
Food product development
Food technologist
Food safety: quality control and quality assurance
Food service management
Food business and marketing
Further study, such as MSc, PGCE or PhD
Course details
Human Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Gain official Registered Associate Nutritionist status with our accredited Human Nutrition course.
Related careers:
Health and wellbeing sector
Working in public health for councils or local organisations
Dietetics (after a postgraduate dietetics programme)
Working in the food industry
MSc or PhD study
Teaching Secondary Biology (after a PGCE)
Self-employment
Course details
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
BSc (Hons)
Develop the skills to deliver evidence-based dietary guidance for all levels of sport and exercise.
Related careers:
Health physiology
Health coaching
MSc or PhD study
Working in the food industry
Dietetics (after a postgraduate dietetics programme)
Research
Self-employment
Course details
What can you do with a nutrition degree?
“I couldn't be happier with my current job”
I feel very proud to be working at a hospital as well-respected as Salford Royal. Studying at Bath Spa helped me to realise where I wanted to be.
Lucy Blackstone,
BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition
“I love being able to inspire the next generation”
As I had such a good experience at Bath Spa, I decided to go back to complete a PGCE in Secondary Science. I am now a full-time Science teacher.
Emma Pegler,
BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition
Why study at BSU?
Campuses
You'll be based at our
Newton Park
campus, surrounded by both historic listed buildings and ultra-modern teaching facilities.
Facilities
Access specialist equipment in our bespoke
food and nutrition labs
– home to our low hazard laboratory, instrument room, research labs, project labs, and dedicated learning space.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Cost of living support
From
grants and short-term loans
to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you
manage your money
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
Campuses
You'll be based at our
Newton Park
campus, surrounded by both historic listed buildings and ultra-modern teaching facilities.
Facilities
Access specialist equipment in our bespoke
food and nutrition labs
– home to our low hazard laboratory, instrument room, research labs, project labs, and dedicated learning space.
Accommodation
Whether you prefer
accommodation
in Bath's vibrant city centre or the tranquility of Newton Park halls, your new home awaits.
Cost of living support
From
grants and short-term loans
to low-cost hot meals, free period products and on-campus food larders, we’ve got a range of services and support to help you
manage your money
Kickstart your career
Need someone to critique your CV? Looking for a part-time job while you study? Want a mentor? Our
Careers team
have you covered.
Wellbeing support
Whatever you need, our
Student Wellbeing Services
team is here to signpost you in the right direction. Access a range of
24/7 services
, as well as long-term support.
Book an Open Day
Not sure if BSU is right for you? Visiting us at an Open Day is the best way to find out!
Meet our students and staff
Tour our facilities and accommodation
Learn more about your chosen course
Book now
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