BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics 48 months Undergraduate Program By Abu Dhabi University |Top Universities
Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

62,290 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Food ScienceMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Food Science

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Human Nutrition and Dietetics is the application of the science of food and nutrition to the prevention and treatment of disease and promotion of health.  This combined nutrition and dietetics degree provides students with an understanding of the nutritional sciences for the application of treating nutrition-related disease by integrating knowledge and research into course work. The program is people-oriented, science-focused, and evidence-based.
ADU's Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics degree is a highly regarded degree that combines the academic and supervised practice experience to qualify graduates to become licensed dietitians in the UAE.  This bachelor degree equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level practice as dietitians, both at a national and international level. The curriculum is multi-disciplinary and encompasses a syllabus with a wide range of courses, including nutrition, food science, public health, physiology, management, research, dietetics, and other supporting courses.
The program is a four-year program of a total of 130 credits. It has an integrated supervised practice (Practicum) component of at least 1200 hours with affiliated organizations in the UAE, including VPS Healthcare, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), and Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital, as well as regional medical centers. 
This undergraduate degree has obtained the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and allows eligibility to be licensed in the UAE to practice as a clinical dietitian.  It prepares students for successful careers in allied health or to continue their education with advanced degrees.

Program overview

Main Subject

Food Science

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Human Nutrition and Dietetics is the application of the science of food and nutrition to the prevention and treatment of disease and promotion of health.  This combined nutrition and dietetics degree provides students with an understanding of the nutritional sciences for the application of treating nutrition-related disease by integrating knowledge and research into course work. The program is people-oriented, science-focused, and evidence-based.
ADU's Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics degree is a highly regarded degree that combines the academic and supervised practice experience to qualify graduates to become licensed dietitians in the UAE.  This bachelor degree equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level practice as dietitians, both at a national and international level. The curriculum is multi-disciplinary and encompasses a syllabus with a wide range of courses, including nutrition, food science, public health, physiology, management, research, dietetics, and other supporting courses.
The program is a four-year program of a total of 130 credits. It has an integrated supervised practice (Practicum) component of at least 1200 hours with affiliated organizations in the UAE, including VPS Healthcare, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), and Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital, as well as regional medical centers. 
This undergraduate degree has obtained the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and allows eligibility to be licensed in the UAE to practice as a clinical dietitian.  It prepares students for successful careers in allied health or to continue their education with advanced degrees.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

5+
61+
24+
154+
36+
Foreign curriculum or curriculum which does not follow the UAE curriculum are required to submit an Equivalency Letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.
4 Years
Feb
Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

62,290 USD
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International Students

62,290 USD
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Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and offers a variety of scholarships . They work to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education regardless of their financial situation.

 

Candidates can apply on campus or online, note there is an application fee and application deadlines apply. See their application page for the latest information.

 

International students can apply online and will also need to provide extra documentation. Details for international undergraduate applications are on their website. Fees will apply on top of tuition to cover student health insurance, maintenance deposit and registration fee.

 

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Tuition is based on the college and/or department classification as opposed to the course classification or level. There are other fees on top of course fees. A tuition schedule is published prior to the start of each academic year. Find out more information on each course page , including downloadable brochures. International postgraduate tuition fees are listed on their website. 

 

Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and offers a variety of scholarships . They work to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education regardless of their financial situation.

 

Candidates can apply on campus or online, note there is an application fee and application deadlines apply. See their application page for the latest information.

 

International students can apply online and will also need to provide extra documentation. Details for international postgraduate applications are on their website. Fees will apply on top of tuition to cover student health insurance, maintenance deposit and registration fee.

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