Our Obesity Management programme promotes evidence-based practice to help you deal with the complexities of obesity, whilst adopting a patient-centred approach.
Why study with us
- Our course is delivered with industry leading experts in the field of obesity management.
- Gain the confidence to achieve excellence in the provision of obesity management.
- With an increasing emphasis on health protection and disease prevention, there is a growing market for employment to support obesity management.
What you'll do
- You'll apply theory to practice through lectures, workshops and case-based discussions.
- Learn from experts in Medicine, Physiotherapy, Sport, Exercise and Nutritional Sciences and Strength and Conditioning.
- You'll have access to facilities from the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Sports and the Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre and our UCLan Sports Arena.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Industry links
This course is supported by external links and input from clinicians/health professionals who work in the NHS, or who are actively involved in the delivery of health policy and/or interventions.
Future careers
This programme will enable you pursue a career in supporting people from an overweight and obese population.
The recent pandemic and its impact on public health and wellbeing has resulted in an increased focus on health protection, promotion and disease prevention. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to work in an obesity management environment.
Entry requirements
- Applicants admitted onto the course will meet at least one of the following requirements
- Must have completed a relevant qualification for example in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation or Strength and Conditioning
- Be actively engaged in or access professional experience in a Sports and Exercise Medicine practice in order to support learning within the programme
- Be actively engaged in Public Health service development or service delivery
- All applicants must have sufficient competency in English Language (IELTS 6.0 with no component score lower than 5.)
- All suitable applicants will be interviewed. Interview procedures and decisions regarding applications will be conducted within the University’s policies on equal opportunities and admissions
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
Find out more about Dependants BursaryCarers Bursary
If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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We offer student athletes support and opportunities for their playing careers whilst they study a high-quality degree.
Find out more about Sports scholarshipsAlumni Loyalty Discount
UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
Find out more about Alumni Loyalty Discount
This course is delivered by the School of Medicine and Dentistry
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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