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Human nutrition and health degrees

Explore the link between nutrition and health, and find out how you can contribute to improving people’s wellbeing. Your studies will open up careers in a variety of sectors, from the food industry to healthcare and research.

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Our courses

Our degree in human nutrition is accredited by the UK Association for Nutrition. You will study a variety of areas, including physiology, metabolism and microbiology. We also offer an extended degree with lower entry requirements, which has a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study.

Applied Food Safety and Quality Management with Industrial Practice, MSc

Are you a professional working in food manufacturing? Gain a Master’s in Applied Food Safety & Quality Management at the University of Greenwich.

  • Mode: Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Applied Food Safety and Quality Management, PGDip/MSc

Are you a professional working in food manufacturing? Gain a Master’s in Applied Food Safety & Quality Management at the University of Greenwich.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Food Innovation with Industrial Practice, MSc

Want to be involved in the launch of new ingredients and products? Interested in nutrition and healthy living? Join our MSc in Food Innovation.

  • Mode: Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Food Innovation, MSc

Want to be involved in the launch of new ingredients and products? Interested in nutrition and healthy living? Join our MSc in Food Innovation.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Food Safety and Quality Management e-learning, PGCert/PGDip/MSc

If you’re a professional working in the food supply chain, this MSc Food Safety and Quality Management online learning course is perfect for you.

  • Mode: Distance
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Human Nutrition & Health, BSc Hons

Our accredited human nutrition degree explores the links between food, health and disease for careers in healthcare, sports and nutrition.

  • Mode: Full time, Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Human nutrition and health; Science

Why Greenwich is great for human nutrition and health degrees

Our accredited degree will support your career prospects in a range of scientific and nutrition-based fields. Find out more about your prospects at the University of Greenwich and about our Medway Campus in Kent.

Spotlight on Human Nutrition and Health Prize Winner Diana Suciu


Diana discovered how food could positively impact her physical and emotional wellbeing, leading her to develop a passion for science.

Our academics inspired all of us to step outside our comfort zones and explore different horizons. Their guidance motivated us to think creatively and believe in our potential.

- Gergana Bivolaru, Human Nutrition and Health graduate 2026

Studying at the University of Greenwich gave me the knowledge, confidence, and professional direction to turn my passion for nutrition into a future career.

- Vittorio Stefano Pastore, Human Nutrition and Health graduate 2026

I truly appreciate the effort our academics put into making the teaching engaging and understandable, as well as the time and care they show to their students.

- Nade Gelemerova, Human Nutrition and Health graduate 2026

Communities and societies

Our active student-led societies offer a space for personal and academic growth, as well as new opportunities to make lasting friendships. Students can take part in activities throughout the year, both through the department and via the wider Students’ Union.

Research and partnerships

Research and scholarly activities inform our learning and teaching and complement the enterprise activities that we provide.

A unique learning experience on the Medway Campus


Find extensive laboratories, modern lecture theatres and unique learning and social spaces in the former naval buildings on the Medway Campus.

Join us as a research student

Graduates from our undergraduate science courses can move on to our MRes degree. Normally, you will need a 2.1 or First. If you have a suitable research proposal in a science discipline, we can help you apply to the university and find the appropriate supervisor.

Contact

fes-research-office@gre.ac.uk

Working with industry

Our expert staff, industry-standard facilities and research expertise can help your business grow.

Find out more

Greenwich Research & Enterprise

Contact

020 8331 7867