Institute of Performance Nutrition
Accreditation and recognition
As industry leaders in the field of sports nutrition, we’re proud of the accreditation and global recognition our programmes have achieved — a reflection of our ongoing commitment to achieving excellence in academia, research and applied practice.
The IOPN has achieved the following accreditations and validations to ensure student and employer confidence that our programmes are developed and delivered to the highest standards.
CFI (OfQual AO)
Providing programme accreditation for the IOPN Diploma in Sports Nutrition.
OfQual regulated
Ensuring all graduate level programmes meet the highest standards, no different to UK-based universities.
University of Portsmouth
Our new validating partner for the IOPN MSc in Sports Nutrition.
University of Portsmouth
The IOPN MSc in Sports Nutrition is developed and delivered by the IOPN.
Subject to validation by the University of Portsmouth
| NEW MSc in Sports Nutrition (top-up) |
NEW MSc in Sports Nutrition (PGDip, MSc) |
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| Created and delivered by | Institute of Performance Nutrition | Institute of Performance Nutrition | Validated by | University of Portsmouth | University of Portsmouth |
| Credits | 60 (180 total) | 120 (PgDip), 180 (MSc) |
| EQF level | 7 | 7 |
| OfQual listing | Link coming soon | Link coming soon |
CFI (Ofqual Awarding Organisation)
Students of the IOPN Diploma in Sports Nutrition (CFI, Ofqual) and the IOPN Master Practitioner Diploma (CFI, Ofqual) can take great confidence in that both programmes are accredited to the same high standards as those delivered by universities, reflecting the IOPN’s commitment to academic excellence. With a distinct emphasis on real-world application, the IOPN ensures that its graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for careers in sport and exercise nutrition, combining rigorous academic training with practical, career-focused skills.
| IOPN Diploma in Sports Nutrition | IOPN Master Practitioner Diploma | |
|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | CFI, OfQual AO | CFI, OfQual AO |
| Credits | 120 | 180 |
| EQF level | 7 | 7 |
| OfQual listing | View OfQual listing | View OfQual listing |
| CFI listing | View CFI listing | View CFI listing |
What does EQF Level 7 mean?
The European Qualifications Framework (EQF) is an eight-tiered system designed to make academic and vocational qualifications comparable across Europe. It helps institutions, employers and the individual learner understand the level and relevance of the qualifications. The EQF framework can be easily compared to other qualification frameworks, such as the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). For example, an EQF Level 7 qualification (e.g., a Master’s degree or Postgraduate Diploma) is comparable to an RQF Level 7.
