Sport and Exercise Nutrition MSc- 2022
The academic support during my studies has been excellent. The lecturers were always available and happy to provide support for any questions or queries I had.
Why did you choose the University of Westminster?
I chose the University of Westminster because it offered a course accredited by two important governing bodies: the Association for Nutrition (AfN) for general nutrition and the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) for sports nutrition. This meant that I would have the opportunity to specialise in sports nutrition while receiving comprehensive training to become a well-rounded nutritionist.
How has your experience been studying in London?
Studying in London has been a great experience. Having grown up just outside London, it provided me with the best of both worlds – living at home and easily travelling into the city and enjoying eveything it has to offer. Additionally, London offers numerous opportunities in the sports world, which allowed me to secure a relevant internship alongside my studies.
What have you particularly enjoyed about your course?
One aspect I particularly enjoyed about my course is the good balance between practical and theoretical sessions. This allowed me to learn and put relevant skills into practice. Furthermore, being mixed with other nutrition master students and having areas focused on public health nutrition broadened my knowledge alongside my performance nutrition specialism.
How have you found academic support as part of your studies?
The academic support during my studies has been excellent. The lecturers were always available and happy to provide support for any questions or queries I had. They were particularly helpful in guiding me through my research project, offering great guidance on maximising the data I collected.
Are there any stand-out facilities associated with your course?
The labs are of a good standard, providing facilities to learn and practice physiology and nutrition.
Tell us about your experience of using the University Careers and Employability Service.
I utilised the University Careers and Employability Service to help fine-tune my CV, which was extremely useful. They provided great feedback and pointers on improving my CV and cover letter, which aided my job prospects.
What would your advice be to someone considering studying at Westminster?
My advice to someone considering studying at Westminster would be that it has a great location in the heart of London, with some excellent lecturers. A Sport and Exercise Nutrition MSc provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to go into practice and, most importantly, the required accreditation.
What's the best aspect of being a University of Westminster student?
The best aspect of being a University of Westminster student, at least for my course, was the friendly community feel we had in our lectures, seminars, and practical sessions. Being a smaller group, our course size helped to create a supportive and valued environment.