BSc Nutrition and Dietetics
About this course
BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics, a nutrition and health and social care degree centred on nutritional science, clinical dietetics, and human physiology. Core topics include Research Methods. The course is professionally accredited by the British Dietetic Association. The first year covers the foundations through Professional and Evidence-Based Practice, Introduction to Nutrition, Human Anatomy and Physiology, and Introduction to Dietetic Practice. The second year focuses on Developing Dietetic Practice, Blood Science, Population and Public Health Nutrition, and Food, Nutrition and Behaviour. The third year concludes with Advanced Dietetic Practice, Drug Interactions in the Human, Clinical Research Project, and Placement 3.
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Entry requirements
To be eligible for this course and bursary under the NHS Wales Bursary Scheme Terms and Conditions , you must be a UK National or Irish National or have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK or Ireland. Overseas applicants without settlement status are not eligible for this course. The academic requirements for the course are 120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A-level in Biological Science and Chemistry (or one of these plus Psychology) at minimum grade C. Qualifications equivalent to A-Level will be taken into account, including (for example) 120 UCAS tariff points from an Access to HE Diploma or Level 3 BTEC (Science or Health Studies). We will also normally expect applicants to have the following: Achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE passes (A*-C, or 9-4) to include Maths, Biological Science and English/Welsh (First Language). Insight into the role of a dietitian in a variety of settings. Engagement with the University, through attendance at an open day or other opportunity. International entry requirements are outlined in the UK National Information Centre for global qualifications and skills as equivalent to the relevant UK entry qualification. Further information can be found on our admissions pages. In addition to the academic entry requirements, all applicants whose first language is not English or Welsh must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to level 7 of the International English Language Testing System (no element below 6.5). All applications are considered individually and on merit. Students achieving fewer than the standard 120 UCAS tariff points will have their applications reviewed with consideration given to prior learning, experience and engagement with relevant bodies and organisations in line with the University’s widening participati
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 73%
- Learning resources: 80%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 30%
- Caring personal services: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 10%
- West Midlands: 5%
- Wales: 80%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 15%
- A degree: 75%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a dietitian.
Modules
- Professional and Evidence-Based Practice
- Introduction to Nutrition
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Dietetic Practice
- Introduction to Genetics, Immunology and Biochemistry
- Food Science
- Placement 1
- Developing Dietetic Practice
- Blood Science
- Population and Public Health Nutrition
- Food, Nutrition and Behaviour
- Research Methods
- Metabolism
- Placement 2
- Advanced Dietetic Practice
- Drug Interactions in the Human
- Clinical Research Project
- Placement 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £35,500. The £31,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Nutrition and dietetics.
What do graduates of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University?
The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a dietitian.
How many students continue on BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.