Program Overview
The Public Health Nutrition (PgDip PgCert) at University of Chester is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Health Nutrition (PgDip PgCert) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 11,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,860 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health Nutrition (PgDip PgCert) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Key Concepts of Nutrition
- Sociology and Psychology and Public Health
- Nutrition in Health and Disease
- Public Health Promotion and Policy
- Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Developing Healthier Communities
- Professional Perspectives
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry level qualifications require candidates to have completed an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree (minimum 2:2 or equivalent), in Human Nutrition or Biological/Health Science, including components of Biochemistry/Physiology.
Applications will be considered from those with degrees that do not fall in the above categories, for example, Psychology, Sports Science, providing the applicant has a minimum 2:2 (or equivalent) BSc (Hons) and recent A-levels (within last 5 years) in Biology and/or Chemistry.
Applicants who do not have an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Human Nutrition or Biological/Health Science must provide a degree transcript upon application together with further details of the modules they have studied which cover learning in biochemistry and physiology content.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,860 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,860 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Chester
University of Chester
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Chester is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months