Southampton University is host to the only Biomedical Research Unit in Nutrition in the country, with a focus on translational research.
The vision for the future is that nutrition can be used as a focus through which a range of major health problems can be addressed directly. By improving the health of the people in and around Southampton, and establishing a focus of excellence on the south coast, a model will be established which will help to define national policy and to which others in the world can aspire.
Our established Public Health Nutrition Masters Programme is accredited by the Nutrition Society. It is internationally respected and draws on the clinical, research and educational strengths at Southampton. Our balanced scientific curriculum is also supported by internationally renowned specialists and taught by highly experienced public health specialists from all over the UK.
The Programme attracts applicants from a range of destinations around the globe, and its content is applicable to all cultural backgrounds and situations. Some students come with experience of working in public health nutrition in their home countries. This enables students to learn from their colleagues and to share with each other major and sometimes unique public health nutrition issues from different settings. Since its inception the Masters Programme, has attracted students from 18 countries. The University also has a very strong international dimension, and the School of Medicine’s International Student Advisor will assist and support students both before arriving in Southampton and during their studies.
Our part-time Masters Programme provides flexibility to those who wish to study while retaining their other commitments.
We offer a high level of support for all students with different backgrounds and different needs, and can be contacted at any time for learning support. There is also excellent access to many on-line journals and the Masters Programme documentation is available on-line through the Programme website to ensure students are well supported in their academic activities.
Southampton is well connected to transport links, and the hospital is 30 minutes from Eastleigh International Airport, and 10 minutes from the Southampton Central Train Station that is on the main line to London. Southampton is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes from London Waterloo by train. Both the airport and the train stations have good transport links to the University and Medical School at Southampton General Hospital.
