About Food, Nutrition And Human Health Bsc (hons) in Robert Gordon University
Within this course you will learn the scientific study of nutrients and other substances in food, and how they affect our growth, health and disease. A nutritionist may apply their knowledge in a wide variety of careers such as public health nutrition, sports and exercise nutrition, food nutrition or nutrition science.
Nutritionists may develop and evaluate nutrition policies and campaigns to improve the population’s health; apply physiological, biochemical and nutritional principles to the management of diet and performance in athletes; deal with ingredients, allergens, policy and legislation when developing or reformulating food and drink products; or study metabolic and physiological responses of the human body to food and nutrients.
In fourth year, a 12-week placement and research project provides the opportunity to specialise in the areas that interest you most and enhance your employability.
Academic qualification equivalents
- The Standard Indian XII (10+2) examinations from CBSE, CISCE or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education are acceptable for admission to our Bachelor degree programmes.
An average mark of 70 - 85% or higher (best of 5 academic subjects) in the Standard Indian XII Higher Secondary School certificates awarded by the central boards (CBSE, CISCE) or a state board, or equivalent, with 75% or higher where subject requirements are stipulated (comparable with Grade B at A Level).
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 6.0 with minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
- TOEFL iBT : 80 with minimum marks as follows: Listening - 17,Reading - 18,Speaking - 20
Writing - 17
- PTE:56 overall with minimum of 51 in each component
Robert Gordon University Highlights
| University Type |
Public University |
| Campus Setting |
Sub-urban |
| Establishment Year |
1992 |
| Graduate Job Rate |
97.6% |
| Student-Teacher Ratio |
18:1 |
| Total students |
16,000 |
| Undergraduate students |
11,000 |
| Postgraduate students |
5,000 |
| Endowment |
£1.9 million |
| Cost of Attendance |
23,460 Pounds |
| Applications Accepted |
Online |
| Work-Study |
Not Available |
| Intake Months |
January and September |
| Mode of Program |
Classroom and online |
Robert Gordon University Cost of Attendance
| Cost |
Amount per annum (GBP) |
| Tuition fees |
16,650 |
| Housing |
3,600-7,200 |
| Food |
840-2400 |
| Miscellaneous |
880-2,280 |
| Books and supplies |
240-540 |
| Total |
22,214-29,070 |
Note: The cost of attendance given above is just an estimate. Costs may differ due to the student's choice of accommodation, program, level, nationality, social activities, or lifestyle.
