Coventry University

The PgCert in Sports and Exercise Nutrition is a programme of study which aims to enable students to develop an evidence based approach to understanding the science of sports nutrition and the application of sport and exercise nutrition for groups and individuals.

There is growing recognition that appropriate nutrition is essential for performance and recovery in sport. A growing number of athletes at all levels of achievement require support from appropriately trained professionals in this field and the Sports and Exercise Nutrition PgCert will give you the skills needed to deliver this support.

Reasons to choose Sports and Exercise Nutrition PgCert (part-time course)

• The course is accredited by Sports Dietitians UK. During the course students will have the opportunity to generate evidence for a number of competencies as outlined in the sports and exercise nutrition register (SENr).
• SENr was launched in 2006. The SENr is a competency based register of Sport and Exercise Nutritionists. The register is designed to enable employers, clients and members of the public to identify and contact registered Sport and Exercise Nutritionists. The SENr is a joint collaboration between the British Dietetic Association, the British Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences and The Nutrition Society.

Future prospects

• Further study with the MSc in Sports and Exercise Nutrition.
• Work with individuals or groups to improve performance by appropriate dietary advice.

Entry requirements

1. An honours degree in dietetics or human nutrition. Modules of study must include physiology. Students will normally have achieved a 2:2 or above.
2. An honours degree in sports science - modules of study must include human nutrition at level 3. Students will normally have achieved a 2:2 or above

Applicants must be able to demonstrate interest, enthusiasm and continuous professional development - ideally in the field of sports nutrition.

Course content

• Human physiology & Anthropometry for Sports and Exercise Nutrition.
• Applied Nutrition for Sports and Exercise
• Applied Nutrition for Sport & Exercise - Application to Individuals and Groups

How to apply

Apply online: Those wishing to study this course can apply online by completing this online application form.

Downloadable application: To apply for a place on this course and apply via postal application, please complete and return this Postgraduate application form.

Contact details

For undergraduate part-time and all postgraduate queries, UK and EU students should contact our Graduate Centre:

Undergraduate (part-time):
Telephone: 024 7688 7090
Fax: 024 7688 8609
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Postgraduate (part-time or full-time):
Telephone: 024 7688 7667 or 024 7688 7091
Fax: 024 7688 8609
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International (Non-EU) students should contact our International Office:

Telephone: +44 24 7615 2152
Fax: +44 24 7615 2175
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