Genevieve Dewar

By elizabethrobinson January 27, 2025

After completing the Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Nutrition Science offered by Mac-Nutrition Uni, I can confidently say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made for both my personal and professional development in the field of Nutrition!

One of the reasons I’ve always wanted to do the course with MNU is because everything is so grounded in scientific evidence. This especially has given me the confidence to work with a variety of people. The course doesn’t just skim the surface — it goes deep into the why and how behind Nutrition concepts, backed by the latest research, and when the research shows something new, MNU updates the course.

The course is diverse, from energy balance and biochemistry to making weight and prepping competitive athletes. The case studies, practical assignments, and client-focused content helped me understand how to take everything I was learning and use it in everyday situations. This isn’t just textbook stuff — it’s information you can immediately start using.

One of the best parts of MNU is the community. The Student Support group was a great resource for me to connect with fellow students, ask questions, and get feedback, and also to learn from the other students and see perspectives that maybe I hadn’t thought of.

The support from both tutors and peers is incredible. It felt like I wasn’t just a student — I was part of a network of like-minded individuals who all shared a passion for improving their Nutrition knowledge. There is such a strong sense of community within the course that even graduating is bittersweet like something is missing that I have become accustomed to living with in the last year.

I am proud of my MNU Diploma, what it represents within the industry, and the confidence I have acquired in my Nutrition knowledge. Since finishing the course, I’ve felt much more prepared to work with clients and give them accurate, science-based advice.

This course does require a solid time commitment. I cannot recommend Mac-Nutrition Uni highly enough. It’s a comprehensive, evidence-based course that teaches you to think critically about Nutrition and apply that knowledge practically.

The support I received from the MNU team was nothing short of incredible. Doing this course with MNU has been a dream of mine for years, and they helped me realise that dream!

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