Sport and Performance Nutrition Manchester Metropolitan University

Overview

The Sport and Performance Nutrition course from Manchester Metropolitan University designed for those aiming to work at the forefront of sport, health and nutrition, it offers a dynamic blend of scientific knowledge, practical application and professional experience.

You’ll be taught by a team of expert practitioners and researchers, including those who supported medal-winning athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our close links with industry ensures your learning is grounded in real-world excellence and the latest research developments.

Whether you’re looking for a career supporting elite athletes, influencing public health policy, or innovating within the food industry, you’ll graduate as a versatile, future-ready performance nutritionist. You’ll gain sought-after scientific and interpersonal skills, equipping you to lead in multidisciplinary, high-performance environments. 

Career opportunities:

Through the Careers Service, you will be supported and encouraged to get ready for what comes next - whether that’s continuing your studies or pursuing your work ambitions.

Through Future Me, you can explore your career plans. And through Rise, you can top up your skills with hundreds of online short courses.

The groundbreaking research with industry means we have unrivalled business connections that can help open doors to your dream career.

You’ll get chances to meet employers, and help preparing for interviews.

And the support doesn’t stop when your course ends. The recent graduates can access services and support to start and boost their careers. As an alumnus, you will have lifelong access to the online career resources.