Why I chose to study with ION

Graduate story

Hear why Katie Shore chose to study with ION and how she balanced studies with her other commitments.

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Associate Lecturer, research supervisor

The purpose of this role is to support ION students through their undergraduate research journey. The research supervisor will act as a mentor, source of information and facilitator to students as they progress through planning and undertaking a research project.
The surprising properties of berries

If you want to eat local, seasonal food in the summer months then British berries are a great choice.
The truth about crash diets

Extreme dieting can be counterproductive and even dangerous. We spoke to bariatric surgeon and author of Why We Eat (Too Much), Dr Andrew Jenkinson, and registered nutritional therapy practitioner, Julia Young, about the consequences of rapid weight loss.
Perfecting sundried tomatoes

Sundried, refrigerated, or a specific variety - there are lots of different ways to maximise the summer sweetness of the humble tomato. We explore how to achieve the perfect jar of sundried toms.

The surprising properties of berries

If you want to eat local, seasonal food in the summer months then British berries are a great choice.
The truth about crash diets

Extreme dieting can be counterproductive and even dangerous. We spoke to bariatric surgeon and author of Why We Eat (Too Much), Dr Andrew Jenkinson, and registered nutritional therapy practitioner, Julia Young, about the consequences of rapid weight loss.
Perfecting sundried tomatoes

Sundried, refrigerated, or a specific variety - there are lots of different ways to maximise the summer sweetness of the humble tomato. We explore how to achieve the perfect jar of sundried toms.
What are the signs of stroke?

Stroke outcomes depend on response times, so it's crucial to know the signs and act fast. We explore how to spot the symptoms of stroke, and how to prevent it.
Everything you need to know about olive oil

Olive oil is ubiquitous with the Mediterranean diet, sometimes considered to be the healthiest in the world. But how do you get the most out of this liquid gold?
Griddled courgette marinated salad

If you have a surplus of courgettes in your garden (or fridge), try out this simple summer salad recipe from nutritional therapy practitioner Kate Crouch.
Five minutes with Natascha Van Zyl

Adopting healthier eating or lifestyle habits can be hard – but a good health practitioner has the skills to support people in reaching their goals. Behaviour change specialist Natascha Van Zyl, a naturopath and senior academic at ION, explains.
Food in Hawaii: poke, oxtail soup and more

Hawaii-born chef Sheldon Simeon tells us how history and a fusion of different cultures led to modern Hawaiian cuisine.
Everything you need to know about courgettes

Courgettes, or zucchinis, abound in summer allotments! Filled with nutrients, a good source of fibre, and an opportunity for creativity in the kitchen, we’re a little bit in love with this green squash.
Food in Cyprus: halloumi, mezes and more

Pam and Rob Marsden, authors of The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook, talk to us about the food of Cyprus and what makes a great halloumi.

BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

At ION, we understand the need for flexibility. Our undergraduate course is a part-time, modular course, delivered online. The degree can be completed over a four and a half to eight-year period, allowing you to study alongside your professional or personal commitments.
BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

The undergraduate degree will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of food, nutraceuticals, the use and interpretation of testing, and lifestyle modification. There are four key themes running through the degree: nutrition science; behaviour change and reflection; research; and practice.
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BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

This course has been specifically designed to take you to being a fully qualified Nutritional Therapist, and, following the latest requirements of BANT, will give you a degree level qualification.
BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

Applications are assessed against academic and non-academic selection criteria. Qualification documents or evidence of recognised prior learning (RPL) must be provided as evidence of meeting academic criteria.
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BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy C0503PTD £5,250
Long Covid: A nutritional therapy approach (extracted from Optimum Nutrition, Spring 2021)

With symptoms dubbed ‘long Covid’, many people have found themselves experiencing post-viral fatigue (PVF) following Covid-19 infection, including those who seemingly had a mild bout of the virus
How does nutrition affect your sports performance?

Whether you’re an elite athlete or go to the gym once a week, your body requires fuel when you exercise. We look at exactly what foods you should be eating and when
Easy courgette fritters

Whether you’ve got a glut of homegrown courgettes or are simply trying to eat more seasonally, try these easy courgette fritters; perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Key facts

Award
Certificate

Duration
7-9 months

Study time
10-17 hours per week and weekend lectures

Course code
ED200PTD (online learning), rNTSAC

Entry dates
October: ED201PTD
January: ED202PTD
May: ED203PTD

Tuition fees
£2,900

Key facts

Course codes
C0502FTD (full-time)
C0502PTD (part-time)

Award
Graduate Diploma

Credits
120

Duration
1 year full-time
2 years part-time

Study time
20 hours per week full-time
10 hours per week part-time

Entry month
February

Tuition fees*
£7,875 full-time
£3,940 part-time

* For 2022/23 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation

Key facts

Course codes
C0503PTD (online)

Award
BSc (Hons)

Credits
360

Pathways
Clinical training pathway

Duration
4.5 years part-time

Study time
15-20 hours per week plus time to watch lectures

Entry month
September and February

Tuition fees
£5,250 per year, years 1-4
£2,625 year 4

* For 2022/23 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation

Key facts

Course codes
C0503PTD (online)

Award
BSc (Hons)

Credits
120

Pathways
Qualified nutritional therapist

Duration
1.5 years part-time

Study time
15-20 hours per week plus time to watch lectures

Entry dates
February

Tuition fees*
£5,250 per year
£2,625 year 5

* For 2022/23 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation