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BSc Nutrition and Dietetics

University of Chester

Institution
University of Chester
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Nutrition and Dietetics BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
B401
Typical offer
A-level BCC, IB 28

Entry requirements

A level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC ; The department requires Biology as essential to entry, plus one other science which should include Chemistry, Biochemistry or Physics, but may include Geography, Environmental Science, Sociology, Psychology, Sport Science, or Physical Education. IB: 28 points including 5 in HL Biology and HL Chemistry

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Nutrition. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Clinical Skills, Research Methods, Data Analysis, and Statistics. The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Dietetics Association (BDA), with three practice placements completed across clinical and community settings throughout the degree.

Modules

  • Biological Science for Nutrition
  • Food, Nutrition and the Consumer
  • Nutrition Research Methods and Study Skills
  • Human Nutrition
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Practice Placement 1 - Core
  • Pathophysiology
  • Research Methods
  • Diet and Clinical Nutrition
  • Behavioural Aspects of Food and Nutrition
  • Dietetic Practice I
  • Practice Placement 2 - Core
  • Nutrition and Metabolism
  • Dissertation
  • Clinical Medicine and Pharmacology
  • Public Health and Nutrition
  • Dietetics and Nutrition Support
  • Practice Placement 3 - Core
  • Dietetic Practice II