MDiet Dietetics at Newcastle University

Programme overview

This integrated master's dietetics degree will equip you with the specialist knowledge and skills needed to become a competent and effective dietitian. This degree focuses on the effect of nutrition on the functioning of the human body in health and disease. It equips you with specialist knowledge and skills in preventing, treating and managing ill health with food, nutrients and dietary change.

Faculty: Faculty of Medical Sciences | Department: School of Biomedical Nutritional and Sports Sciences | Duration: Full time: 4 years | Study mode: full-time, integrated master's | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 provides an understanding of human biology, physiology and biochemistry, and builds on this through the consideration of microbiology and human metabolism. You will gain an understanding of food commodities and agri-food systems, and will also be introduced to the structure and properties of nutrients. Compulsory modules include: Introduction to Dietetics, Fundamental Principles of Genetics and Biochemistry for Nutrition, Human Physiology and Practical Skills, Introduction to Food and Nutrition, Sustainable & Secure Food Systems, Microbiology and Immunology for Food and Health, Bioenergetics, Health and Illness: Professional and Societal Perspectives, Health Psychology and Behaviour Change, Applied Therapeutic Diets, Macro- and Micronutrients, Food Science and Technology, Nutrition Through the Lifecycle, Measurement and Assessment of Dietary Intake and Nutritional Status.

Career pathways

This course is currently undergoing an exciting transformation to embed richer encounters with industry, professional practice and society. As we redesign our curriculum to reflect emerging opportunities, future-facing themes and new ways of learning, some elements of this course may evolve to match the world you’re stepping into. Graduate roles and employers include: Download information about this course as a PDF; Compulsory Modules |; Credits |; Introduction to Dietetics |; 10 |; Fundamental Principles of Genetics and Biochemistry for Nutrition |; 15 |; Human Physiology and Practical Skills |; 30 |; Introduction to Food and Nutrition |.

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Entry requirements

A levels: AAB, including Chemistry or Biology/Human Biology, plus one other science; or ABB with both Chemistry and Biology/Human Biology. For Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. Other science-related subjects accepted include Food Technology, Mathematics, Home Economics, Geography, Psychology, PE, Environmental Science or Geology. GCSE Mathematics and English (minimum grade B or 6) are required if not offered at A Level. Applicants without both Biology and Chemistry will be asked for the higher offer in the range. IB: 32 - 34 points including two science subjects, preferably Chemistry and Biology at Higher Level grade 5 or above. Standard Level Chemistry and Biology required at grade 5 and Standard Level Mathematics and English required at grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Biology and Standard Level Mathematics and English required at Grade 4 if not offered at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. BTEC qualifications are not accepted as an entry qualification for this degree. Scottish Highers: AAABB-AABBB at Higher Grade including two science subjects, preferably Chemistry and Biology.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,950 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/b401/#how-to-apply

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