MSc Dietetics at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

Then studying for a MSc Dietetics (pre-registration) may just be the right course for you. The title 'dietitian' is the only food and nutrition title that is protected by law. This is an exciting and innovative course, where you will learn the underpinning dietetic knowledge, skills, values and behaviours that are fundamental to dietetic practice.

Department: Department of Health and Nutrition | Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: February | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Science of Human Nutrition, Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Dietetics: The Person-Centred Dietitian, Social and Behavioural Aspects of Food, Public Health Nutrition: A Whole Systems Approach, Evidence Based Practice and Research in Dietetics, The Dietetic Care Process, Clinical Dietetics – The Ethical and Professional Dietitian, Leadership, Service Improvement and Sustainability, Clinical Dietetics: The Paediatric Dietitian, Portfolio Careers.

Career pathways

Career routes include NHS Entry Level (Band 5) Dietitian, NHS Senior (Band 6) Dietitian and NHS Team leader (Band 7).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have an honours degree (2:2 or above) in a health or science related subject Applications from candidates with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the Programme Leader. English and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C/grade 4 for above (or equivalent). Non-standard entry applicants will be considered on their merits. Evidence of qualification must be submitted. Applicants must supply a full transcript and two academic references at the point of application. UCB applicants only require 1 reference. All applicants are required to have the following science requirements prior to commencing the MSc Pre-registration Dietetics master's degree: Biochemistry (minimum 20 credits at Level 4 or above) Physiology (minimum 20 credits at Level 4 or above) Any applicant who does not meet the required science is eligible to apply for our six-week ‘Foundations of Science for Dietetics’ course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,535 a year (2025/26). UK/home full-time tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: February

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

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