48 monthsProgramme duration
21,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Food Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Dietetics and Nutrition BSc degree will help you develop the relevant knowledge and skills to become a dietitian or nutritionist. You'll study life and nutritional sciences, exploring the role of diet and nutrition in disease prevention and treatment.
Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to apply to the register of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Our nutrition and food science courses are ranked second in the UK and best in London according to the Guardian University Guide 2024.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Food Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Dietetics and Nutrition BSc degree will help you develop the relevant knowledge and skills to become a dietitian or nutritionist. You'll study life and nutritional sciences, exploring the role of diet and nutrition in disease prevention and treatment.
Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to apply to the register of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Our nutrition and food science courses are ranked second in the UK and best in London according to the Guardian University Guide 2024.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have:
- a minimum of grades BBB in three A levels including grade B or above in Biology and Chemistry (or a minimum of 120 UCAS points)
- English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
- 10 days (or more) of recent (within the last two years) work experience in a care environment
- attendance at a dietetics career event
- an enhanced DBS Check for the Adults' and Children's Workforce
- clearance for non-exposure prone procedures (EPP) by an approved occupational health service
- attended and passed an interview
Science foundation and access courses will be considered with a minimum of 60 credits, 45 of which must be at Level 3:
- 15 credits at Level 3 must be in Biology or related subjects such as anatomy and physiology
- 15 credits at Level 3 must be in chemistry or related subjects such as biochemistry
- 15 credits at Level 3 should be in science related subjects (eg physics, maths) or subjects applied to science (eg nutrition, environmental science, psychology)
- the remaining 15 credits should be in study skills
- applicants should achieve a distinction or equivalent numerical mark in 75% of the credits taken in Science subjects at Level 3
Students are required to apply internally for Dietetics BSc and Dietetics and Nutrition BSc during their studies on Human Nutrition (including foundation year) BSc. There will be support and advice during this process.
Students are then required to pass all modules without reassessment with an average mark of ≥ 65%.
All applicants are required to attend an interview with academic staff. The interview is a chance for us to get to know you and provide further information about the course and the University. Applicants will be asked a series of questions that cover the following aspects:
- your interest in studying dietetics and why you would like to become a dietitian
- your understanding of the dietetic profession and your awareness of what they do
- your insights of your strengths and areas for growth during your studies
- undertake five days of work experience with vulnerable populations.
- pass a DBS check with checks for vulnerable adults and children.
- attend a dietetic career event.
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