Nutrition and Public Health

Fantastic facilities, high calibre teaching staff, all in the heart of London, make studying Nutrition and Public Health at the University of Westminster a fascinating opportunity to excel. 

Subject overview

Based in the heart of London, our programmes integrate knowledge from diverse areas of health and science. Through evidence-based education, experiential learning, and community engagement, graduates develop the skills and knowledge to tackle complex health challenges and contribute to the wellbeing of individuals and communities. Our industry connections and collaboration with industry experts equip you with the tools to succeed.  

Courses

Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society, we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.

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We have a long track record of working with organisations and individuals to develop their professional and personal skills, offering accredited courses and industry recognised certifications.

View our available courses for professional and personal development.

Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society, we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.

Explore our research areas.

We have a long track record of working with organisations and individuals to develop their professional and personal skills, offering accredited courses and industry recognised certifications.

View our available courses for professional and personal development.

Careers

Industry links

Our Nutrition and Public Health programmes are designed in partnership with leading public health organisations and agencies, ensuring the knowledge you acquire and skills you learn are in demand. Many courses have been accredited by professional bodies such as the Association for Nutrition (AfN) or recognised by the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr). Through these industry links, students gain practical experience and exposure to cutting-edge research, empowering them with the skills and experience desired by employers. 

Job roles

Our graduates are well-equipped for a variety of careers in public health and nutrition, including: 

  • Public health nutritionist 
  • Community health specialist 
  • Health promotion coordinator 
  • Nutrition programme manager 
  • Research analyst in public health 
  • Food policy advocate 
  • Wellness programme director  
  • Epidemiologist 
  • Global health consultant 

ZONE29: OUR NEW HOME OF CAREERS AND ENTERPRISE

Our doors are set to open in spring 2026, but a wide range of opportunities are available now, including:

  • jobs, placements and work experience
  • tailored career guidance and mentoring
  • career planning through the Westminster Award
  • work and study abroad programmes
  • help with developing your own business or freelancing

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Westminster stories

BSRA Annual Scientific Meeting group photo

Westminster ranked 4th in UK for ageing biology excellence

Our Ageing Biology and Age-Related Diseases Research Group has come fourth in the latest rankings of ageing biology centres across the UK by the British Society for Research on Ageing (BSRA). 

Read moreGo to BSRA ranking article

Ian Byrne MP stands up with a panel of speakers at the Right to Food conference. On the right hand side is Dr Sharon Noonan-Gunning. Behind them is a projector image of the Right to Food and University of Westminster logos with some info about the conference

Westminster hosts inaugural Right to Food UK conference

The University of Westminster collaborated with Liverpool West Derby MP Ian Byrne to host the first Right to Food UK Conference, bringing together policymakers, politicians and other leading voices to tackle hunger and malnutrition.

Read moreGo to Right to Food UK conference article

Photo of participants at the Commonwealth Intergenerational Dialogue

Westminster community help shape future public health policy at World Health Assembly 2025

Westminster Public Health students and colleagues attended the 78th annual World Health Assembly (WHA) in Switzerland.

Read moreGo to World Health Assembly 2025 article

Chat with our students

Ask some of our current students about their experience of life at the University of Westminster.

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What our students say

Ruqayya Mahmood

Integrative Health And Wellbeing MSc

The University of Westminster offers many opportunities to students in every field to grow and prepare for their future. I’ve always wanted to study here, and I feel lucky to be a part of it.
 

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Richie Barclay

Sports and Exercise Nutrition MSc

My time at the University was extremely valuable – without this course and first-hand knowledge from experts in the field, I wouldn't be in the position that I'm in now, where I'm completing a PhD and running my own sports nutrition consultancy.

Hawthorne, Dayna

Dayna Hawthorne

Human Nutrition BSc

The lecturers were really engaging with a lot of opportunities to ask questions. Staff were all friendly and welcoming and went out of their way to make you feel your comments mattered.

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