BSc Dietetics
Entry requirements
A level: BBB Two subjects from: Chemistry Physics Mathematics Biology Nutrition & Food Science Single Award Life & Health Sciences is acceptable with one subject from Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. DA Life and Health Science is acceptable as two subjects.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, combining the scientific study of food with dietetics practice. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes two 14-week practice-based learning placements in dietetics settings and a final-year independent research project. The course achieved 100% student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024.
Modules
- Biochemistry
- Human Physiology & Anatomy
- Medical Cell Biology
- Chemistry and Pharmacology
- Practical and Laboratory Skills
- Fundamentals of Nutrition Science
- Clinical biochemistry
- Pathophysiology
- Immunology
- Food science
- Epidemiology and statistics
- Assessment of Nutritional Status
- Nutrition Through the Lifecycle
- Biosciences for Nutrition
- Dietetics Professional Practice UG
- Health Promotion and Nutrition Communication
- Biochemistry and Molecular Nutrition
- Clinical Nutrition
- Diet and clinical medicine
- Nutrition Research Methodology
- Food, Nutrition and Dietetics Research project
- Dietetics Practice-Based Learning 1
- Dietetics Practice-Based Learning 2
- Dietetic Clinical Competency
- Dietetic Professional Competency