A4 Portrait: HLS CPD provision September 2025-2026

Fundamentals of Human Nutrition

Location: Oxford Campus | Course Code: NUTR7001 | Start Date: Semester One | This module will help you understand the basic principles of biochemistry and physiology and why they are essential in the study of nutrition. For this reason, the underlying biochemistry and physiology form the backbone of this module. The main emphasis is on nutrients required by humans, their sources in food in the UK and worldwide. Other aspects covered include the critical assessment of dietary reference values and nutrient intake.

The aims of the module are to:

provide a detailed examination of the different nutrients required by humans and their sources in food in the UK and worldwide critically evaluate methods used to assess nutrient intake at an individual and population level understand the relationship between lifestyle and body composition.

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Course Length: One semester | Academic Level: 7 | Academic Credits: 20 | Yes | Cost £1000 2025/26 Can be taken as a standalone module?

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