MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Dietetics at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

This pathway is designed for registered dietitians who want to advance their professional practice. It includes a specialist dietetic practice supported-study module in which students design an evidence-based service improvement in their own field. It can be studied full-time over one year or part-time, with some modules by distance learning and others in short intensive blocks.

Faculty: School of Health Professions | Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time route available (maximum six years) | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Applying Evidence to Practice, Dietetic Practice (pathway-specific), Project Design for Research and a 60-credit Research Dissertation, with optional masters-level modules such as Contemporary Leadership, Applied Sports Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Systematic Review and Advancing the Management of Long Term Conditions. Exit awards are PgCert (60 credits), PgDip (120 credits) and MSc (180 credits).

Career pathways

Prepares dietitians to become evidence-based practitioners able to manage and lead in dynamic settings, and to move into advanced practitioner, teaching or management roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first degree (BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above, or European first-cycle equivalent) in Dietetics. Non-UK-based candidates must be recognised as a dietitian in their own country. IELTS 6.5 average with a minimum of 5.5 in each category. An interview may be necessary and a short piece of writing is normally required. A supplementary admissions form may be required. Credit for prior certificated or experiential learning is accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time, per annum Source

International applicants: GBP 20,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time, per annum Source

Duration: 1 year

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