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Nutrition and Dietetics (BSc, 4 Years)
University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus
48 monthsProgram duration
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Food ScienceMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Food Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The aim of the programme may be summarised as: to produce, through well designed and appropriate courses, adequately trained and competent graduates who are equipped for the world of work in the 21st century and who can apply their knowledge of food and nutrition/dietetics for the benefit of individuals and the public health in general across Cyprus and/or their chosen country of practice.
The programme has both an academic (theoretical and practical) skills and a dietetic market orientation. It focuses on studying and analyzing the latest trends and developments in the science of Nutrition and Dietetics.
As a student on our Nutrition/Dietetics programme you will undertake three observation placements. They are all within the standards promoted by CyRBFSTD and the relative law (N31/(i) 96 and the code of ethics for professional practice by the Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association. The observation placements could be in either an acute hospital or private clinic or a community setting or private settings or foodservice facilities.
During a 12-week placement at the 4th year (as part of their curriculum), the student will find out more about the working environment experienced by a dietitian, the way they work and the other health professionals they work with. You will start practicing some of the skills required. You will also undertake some practicum experience throught all the years and at at the end of which the student will be managing his/her own small workload. The placement will give the chance to apply the theoretical knowledge gained through the studies and to consolidate the knowledge, skills and attitudes, as well as to further develop them with more complex cases and situations. The placements are fully integrated with the academic part of your programme, allowing gaining practical experience that enhances your learning. During your placements, trained supervisors will help the students to develop and learn.
Our Professional Training tutor will help organize your choice of placement and you will be visited by academic staff, normally three times, during your placement. Companies and institutes that can offer placements include pharmaceutical, food industry, health agencies.
Program overview
Main Subject
Food Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The aim of the programme may be summarised as: to produce, through well designed and appropriate courses, adequately trained and competent graduates who are equipped for the world of work in the 21st century and who can apply their knowledge of food and nutrition/dietetics for the benefit of individuals and the public health in general across Cyprus and/or their chosen country of practice.
The programme has both an academic (theoretical and practical) skills and a dietetic market orientation. It focuses on studying and analyzing the latest trends and developments in the science of Nutrition and Dietetics.
As a student on our Nutrition/Dietetics programme you will undertake three observation placements. They are all within the standards promoted by CyRBFSTD and the relative law (N31/(i) 96 and the code of ethics for professional practice by the Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association. The observation placements could be in either an acute hospital or private clinic or a community setting or private settings or foodservice facilities.
During a 12-week placement at the 4th year (as part of their curriculum), the student will find out more about the working environment experienced by a dietitian, the way they work and the other health professionals they work with. You will start practicing some of the skills required. You will also undertake some practicum experience throught all the years and at at the end of which the student will be managing his/her own small workload. The placement will give the chance to apply the theoretical knowledge gained through the studies and to consolidate the knowledge, skills and attitudes, as well as to further develop them with more complex cases and situations. The placements are fully integrated with the academic part of your programme, allowing gaining practical experience that enhances your learning. During your placements, trained supervisors will help the students to develop and learn.
Our Professional Training tutor will help organize your choice of placement and you will be visited by academic staff, normally three times, during your placement. Companies and institutes that can offer placements include pharmaceutical, food industry, health agencies.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Undergraduate
Academic Admission
The minimum admission requirement to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) or equivalent internationally recognized qualification(s). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies.
English Language Proficiency
The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes, if and as needed, from UNIC’s International Gateway Centre (IGC).
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