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MSc Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health
Clifton Campus
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Program Overview
The MSc Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Public Health program at the University of Bristol focus on the critical role of nutrition and physical activity in public health promotion. The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between nutrition, physical activity, and health outcomes.
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Interdisciplinary Approach: The program adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing knowledge from nutrition science, exercise physiology, epidemiology, public health, and behavioral science. Students gain a holistic understanding of the complex factors influencing nutrition, physical activity, and public health.
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Core Modules: The program offers a range of core modules covering topics such as nutritional epidemiology, physical activity interventions, public health policy, behavioral change, and social determinants of health. These modules provide a strong foundation in the principles and theories of nutrition, physical activity, and public health.
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Specialization Options: Students have the opportunity to specialize in specific areas of interest within the field of nutrition, physical activity, and public health. They can choose elective modules that align with their career aspirations, such as sports nutrition, community nutrition, obesity prevention, or public health program evaluation.
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Practical Skills Development: The program emphasizes the development of practical skills required for effective public health interventions. Students acquire skills in research methods, data analysis, program planning and evaluation, health promotion, and behavior change techniques. They also have opportunities for hands-on experience through placements or practical projects.
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Research Dissertation: As part of the program, students undertake an independent research dissertation, allowing them to conduct original research in their chosen area of interest. This provides valuable research experience and the opportunity to contribute to the existing body of knowledge in nutrition, physical activity, and public health.
Location
Clifton Campus
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 23500
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 65% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 85, with at least 20 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 60.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Bristol offers a range of scholarship opportunities to both domestic and international students.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to high-achieving students who are starting their undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
- Think Big Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic merit and potential.
- Sanctuary Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to asylum seekers, refugees, and their immediate family members who are seeking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
Graduates of the MSc Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Public Health program from the University of Bristol have excellent career prospects in various sectors.
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Public Health Practitioner: Graduates can work as public health practitioners in government agencies, non-profit organizations, or healthcare institutions. They play a vital role in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health interventions related to nutrition, physical activity, and chronic disease prevention.
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Health Promotion Specialist: Graduates may find opportunities as health promotion specialists, developing and delivering evidence-based programs and initiatives to promote healthy nutrition and physical activity. They work with communities, schools, workplaces, and healthcare settings to improve health outcomes.
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Research and Academia: Graduates can pursue research positions in academic institutions, research organizations, or think tanks. They can contribute to research projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, and public health, and disseminate their findings through publications and presentations.
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Policy Advisor: Graduates can work as policy advisors, influencing public health policy at the local, national, or international level. They provide evidence-based recommendations to policymakers on issues related to nutrition, physical activity, and population health.
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Consultancy and NGOs: Graduates can work in consultancy firms or non-governmental organizations (NGOs), providing expertise in nutrition, physical activity, and public health. They may be involved in program planning, evaluation, policy analysis, or advocacy.
