Programme Name

Master of Science (MSc) in Nutritional Medicine

Duration

1- Year Full Time
2- Years Part Time

Awarded by

University of Surrey

Location

IIHS Multiversity

Transform Health Through Nutrition.
Advance Evidence. Inspire Wellbeing.

Programme Overview

The MSc in Nutritional Medicine is an advanced postgraduate programme that integrates human nutrition, clinical nutrition, functional and integrative medicine, public health nutrition, and research. Students develop the critical appraisal, research, and professional skills to plan and evaluate evidence informed nutrition interventions for individual and population health, within their professional scope of practice.

Programme Objectives

The programme aims to develop graduates and health professionals with advanced expertise in nutritional medicine who can critically evaluate evidence, design and evaluate appropriate nutrition interventions, conduct high quality research, and promote ethical, sustainable, and person centered practice within their professional scope.Programme Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this programme, student will be able to;

Critically evaluate and integrate advanced knowledge of nutritional medicine, clinical nutrition, and public health nutrition into professional practice.

Design, implement, and evaluate evidence based nutritional interventions that support disease prevention, health promotion, and the management of complex health conditions.

Critically appraise and apply research evidence using appropriate methodologies to advance nutritional medicine practice.

Demonstrate leadership, ethical practice, multidisciplinary collaboration, and professional judgement in contemporary healthcare environments.

Promote sustainable, culturally responsive, and evidence informed nutritional practice while engaging in lifelong professional development.

Programme Structure

Module title	Credits
Advanced Human Nutrition	15
Clinical Nutrition & Medical Nutrition Therapy	30
Functional and Integrative Medicine	15
Public Health Nutrition & Policy	15
Research Methodology	15
Professional Practice & Ethics	15
Research Project	45
Optional Module (choose 2 modules)
Clinical Nutrition Special Topics	15
Integrative & Lifestyle Medicine	15
Sports and Exercise Nutrition	15
Pediatric Nutrition	15
Geriatric Nutrition	15
Total Credits	180

Core programme strengths

Internationally benchmarked MSc awarded by the University of Surrey, United Kingdom.

Integrates clinical nutrition, functional medicine, lifestyle interventions, and public health nutrition.

Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice, research, and independent inquiry.

Develops advanced competencies in evidence of informed nutritional assessment, intervention planning, and medical nutrition therapy, within the graduate’s professional scope of practice.

Flexible blended learning model designed for healthcare professionals.

Research focused on curriculum culminating in an independent master’s research project.

Why Study at IIHS

Recognition – Awarded by the University of Surrey (UK), providing an internationally recognized postgraduate qualification.

Professional Support – Learn from experienced academics, clinicians, nutrition specialists, and researchers with expertise in nutritional medicine and healthcare.

Convenience – Blended learning delivery combines face to face teaching with online learning, enabling students to balance study with professional commitments.

Academic Support – Programme delivery and assessment are supported by a modern Learning Management System (LMS), enabling students to access lecture materials, revisit sessions, and utilize digital learning resources.

Access – Students benefit from access to electronic library resources, including ebooks, academic journals, and research materials to support professional and academic development.

Competence – Build advanced clinical reasoning, leadership, communication, research, and critical thinking skills required in nutritional medicine.

Opportunity – Prepare leadership and specialist roles across clinical nutrition, public health, research, education, policy development, and the health and wellness industry.

WHY SHOULD YOU STUDY THE MSc IN NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE?

At IIHS, we are committed to developing highly skilled nutritional medicine professionals who combine scientific knowledge, clinical expertise, and evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes across diverse populations.

International Academic Excellence: Study an internationally validated master’s programme aligned with UK higher education standards while addressing local and global healthcare challenges.

Advanced Clinical Nutrition: Develop comprehensive expertise in clinical nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, functional nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and public health nutrition.

Research Driven Practice: Strengthen your research capability through critical appraisal, evidence synthesis, and an independent research project addressing contemporary nutritional medicine challenges.

Industry Relevant Curriculum: Learn to design and implement personalized nutritional interventions using current scientific evidence, digital technologies, and interdisciplinary healthcare approaches.

Learn from Experts: Benefit from guidance provided by experienced nutrition scientists, clinicians, public health specialists, and healthcare academics.

Global Career Opportunities: Graduate with advanced knowledge and professional competencies required for careers in clinical nutrition, public health, academia, research, healthcare organizations, policy development, and the expanding health and wellness sector.

Programme Highlights

University of Surrey Award: Internationally recognized postgraduate qualification from a leading UK university.

Advanced Nutritional Medicine: Comprehensive study of nutritional science, clinical nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, and functional medicine.

Evidence Based Practice: Learn to critically evaluate scientific evidence and develop effective nutrition interventions for individuals and populations.

Healthcare & Research: Develop competency in nutrition assessment technologies, digital health tools, research databases, and healthcare analytics.

Ethical & Sustainable Practice: Explore sustainable nutrition, public health policy, ethical practice, and culturally responsive healthcare.

Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced clinicians, nutrition specialists, researchers, and healthcare professionals.

Research Excellence: Complete an independent master’s research project addressing contemporary issues in nutritional medicine.

Global Perspective: Curriculum aligned with international nutrition and healthcare standards, preparing graduates for professional opportunities locally and internationally.