Master of/BSc (Hons) Dietetics at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A four-year integrated undergraduate Master of Dietetics (MDiet)/BSc (Hons) Dietetics. Students apply and enrol on the master's route with the option to switch to the BSc (Hons) route; both lead to eligibility to apply for HCPC registration. The course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and includes practice placements in Years Two, Three and Four.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences | Duration: 4 years full time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) | Location: Musselburgh (Edinburgh), Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Human Physiology, Fundamentals of Nutrition, Biochemistry, Introduction to Food Science, Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Essentials of Dietetic Management, Nutrition Through the Life Course, Dietetic Management of Long-Term Conditions, Epidemiology in Public Health, Disease Aetiology and Management, a Dietetic Research Project and Dietetic Practice Placements A, B and C.

Career pathways

Most graduates work in healthcare settings including the NHS; others work in health education, health promotion, general practice, private healthcare and government advisory posts, and some pursue higher degrees (MSc, MPhil or PhD).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Scottish Highers: standard BBBC, minimum BCCC. A-level: BCC. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H3 H3 H3. International Baccalaureate: 28 points. Typically Biology and Chemistry required, with one further science preferred (can include Maths or Home Economics), at Higher/A-level or equivalent; English and Maths at National 5/GCSE grade C/4 or above. Minimum criteria apply to applicants with a contextual widening-access factor. Mature applicants with relevant qualifications in Biology and Chemistry and/or experience welcome. Direct entry to Year Two (small number of places, considered individually): A-levels ABBB including Biology and Chemistry (one at A), Health and Food Technology and one discursive subject, or successful completion of Year One of an appropriate BSc (Hons) Nutrition or similar degree. PVG check, occupational health check and personal indemnity insurance required; Hepatitis B immunisation may be requested. English language (international): IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2027/28). Scottish-domiciled students (tuition fee normally paid by SAAS). Full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,325 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time

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