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Learn how nutrition and fitness impact on health on this practical degree with a built-in work placement. Exercise, physical activity and nutritional balance are key for healthier lifestyles. You’ll learn what can be done to promote balanced nutrition and fitness.

Working in state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll explore how to improve the health of the population. You’ll cover everything from the fundamentals of diet and fitness, through to the key social issues involved in sport and exercise on this wide-ranging degree.

This hands-on and flexible course is ideal if you have a passion for fitness, nutrition and health. You’ll graduate ready to work in a wide range of fitness and health roles.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at BBBC plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

Widening access entry: 3 Highers at BBC plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

Entry to year two may be possible with 3 Advanced Highers at BBB including Biology or Chemistry and Health and Food Technology.