BSc (Hons) Dietetics and Nutrition 48 months Undergraduate Program By London Metropolitan University |Top Universities
Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Food ScienceMain Subject Area

Program 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.

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Program 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.

...
Read more

Admission Requirements

7+
70+

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
The University will invite you to complete the DBS check, which will need to be done by 31 July. This check will cost you £62.13 and the update service costs £13 per year.

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
If you don't have traditional qualifications or can't meet the entry requirements for this undergraduate degree, you may still be able to gain entry by completing our Human Nutrition (including foundation year) BSc (Hons) degree.

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
Additionally students must:

  • 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.
For further information and support on how to prepare your application and meet our entry requirements, visit our undergraduate Dietetics FAQ.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,535 GBP
International
21,000 GBP

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