MSc Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Prepare for entry on to the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENR). Studying this master’s course will include applied training and experience and a major research study. Learn to support athletes’ competitive performance, recovery, and overall health by providing them with specialist and evidence-based nutritional advice.

Faculty: Carnegie School of Sport | Duration: 12 months full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Physiology & Biochemistry for Performance, Sport & Exercise Nutrition, Research Process, Measurement & Evaluation in Sport & Exercise Nutrition, Ergogenic Practices & Nutritional Manipulation in Sport & Exercise, Professional Practice (course aligned), Major Independent Study.

Career pathways

You could work in the sport and fitness industry leading sports nutrition programmes for professional teams and elite athletes, or for a national governing body or sporting organisation promoting physical activity and health. You’ll be ready to pursue a range of roles across these industries including:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sports & Exercise Science, Physical Sciences, Biochemistry, Dietetics, Nutrition, Medicine or Sports Therapy, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. 5 with no skill below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,710 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10710. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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