Teaching is delivered through a mix of in-person and online methods.
Teaching methods
- Lab sessions
- Lecture
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Placements
- Problem based learning
- Computer labs
- Practical classes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that we are currently updating our undergraduate prospectus pages for 2025 entry, so the information below is subject to change. We expect to have our pages fully updated by the end of April 2024.
| Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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| MNutr | AAB | September 2025 | B401 | 4 years full-time | £9,250 per year |
Faculty of Science
| Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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| MNutr | AAB | September 2025 | B401 | 4 years full-time | £9,250 per year |
Course information
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Qualification:Master of NutritionMaster of Nutrition
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Start date:September 2025September 2025
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- IB score
- 34
- IB requirements
At least one of biology and chemistry, plus a second science-based subject from biology, chemistry, physics, maths, food technology, home economics, geography, IT, PE or psychology. Please note that A level chemistry is a requirement for applicants who do not have GCSE chemistry at grade B/5 or an integrated science course such as GCSE combined science at grade BB/55.
- IELTS
IELTS 7.0 (no less than 6.5 in any element)
- A level
- AAB
- Required subjects
AAB including two science-based subjects
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- Excluded subjects
Science and society, general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, leisure studies
- Additional entry requirements
At least one of biology and chemistry, plus a second science-based subject from biology, chemistry, physics, maths, food technology, home economics, geography, IT, PE or psychology. Please note that A level chemistry is a requirement for applicants who do not have GCSE chemistry at grade B/5 or an integrated science course such as GCSE combined science at grade BB/55.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- Non-UK entry requirements
Visa restrictions
International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.
GCSEs
- Maths 4 (C) or above
- English language 4 (C) or above
- Chemistry 5 (B) or an integrated science such as combined science 55 (BB) if A level chemistry is not being taken
Alternative qualifications
We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.
Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC HND/HNC
- BTEC Extended Diploma
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
RQF BTEC Nationals
Applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A level at grade A
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A levels grades AB
The required A levels for mixed BTEC and A level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
- Access to HE Diploma 30 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction, usually including 15 Biology or Chemistry credits and 15 credits from a second acceptable science subject, plus 15 graded Level 3 credits at Merit
Foundation progression options
If you don't meet our entry requirements there is the option to study the science foundation programme. There is a course for UK students and one for EU/international students.
You are guaranteed a place on selected undergraduate courses if all progression requirements are met.
Mature students
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
Contextual offer
In order to recognise the potential of talented students from all backgrounds we make contextual offers for this course to students who have international fee status. These offers could be one or two grades lower than the advertised standard entry requirements. Please see this page for further information.
- Other requirements
Applicants are required to pass an interview to be admitted to the programme.
All applications must include a personal statement, which is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your interest in and suitability for the course. Your personal statement and reference are not formally scored as part of the recruitment process, although in some instances may be considered for decision-making purposes alongside your interview performance.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old by the end of the calendar year they start their MNutr Nutrition and Dietetics degree. This is to meet the requirements for the clinical placements of the course..
- A level
- AAB
- Required subjects
AAB including two science-based subjects
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- Excluded subjects
Science and society, general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, leisure studies
- IB score
- 34
- IB requirements
At least one of biology and chemistry, plus a second science-based subject from biology, chemistry, physics, maths, food technology, home economics, geography, IT, PE or psychology. Please note that A level chemistry is a requirement for applicants who do not have GCSE chemistry at grade B/5 or an integrated science course such as GCSE combined science at grade BB/55.
- Additional entry requirements
At least one of biology and chemistry, plus a second science-based subject from biology, chemistry, physics, maths, food technology, home economics, geography, IT, PE or psychology. Please note that A level chemistry is a requirement for applicants who do not have GCSE chemistry at grade B/5 or an integrated science course such as GCSE combined science at grade BB/55.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- UK entry requirements
GCSEs
- Maths 4 (C) or above
- English language 4 (C) or above
- Chemistry 5 (B) or an integrated science such as combined science 55 (BB) if A level chemistry is not being taken.
Alternative qualifications
We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.
Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC HND/HNC
- BTEC Extended Diploma
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
RQF BTEC Nationals
Applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A level at grade A
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A levels grades AB
The required A levels for mixed BTEC and A level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
- Access to HE Diploma 30 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction, usually including 15 biology or chemistry credits and 15 credits from a second acceptable science subject, plus 15 graded Level 3 credits at Merit.
Contextual offers
We recognise the potential of talented students from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to students whose personal circumstances may have restricted achievement at school or college. These offers are usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.
Foundation progression options
If you don't meet our entry requirements there is the option to study the science foundation programme. If you successfully pass the year, you can progress to the pharmaceutical sciences courses. There is a course for UK students and one for EU/international students.
Mature students
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
- Other requirements
Applicants are required to pass an interview to be admitted to the programme.
All applications must include a personal statement, which is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your interest in and suitability for the course. Your personal statement and reference are not formally scored as part of the recruitment process, although in some instances may be considered for decision-making purposes alongside your interview performance.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old by the end of the calendar year they start their MNutr Nutrition and Dietetics degree. This is to meet the requirements for the clinical placements of the course..
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UCAS Code:B401B401
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Placements
Clinical placements are a mandatory part of the course. They are predominantly acute hospital or community based, with complementary virtual placements offered in other areas such as private practice and charity settings. You will complete three practice placements hosted by our practice educator partners. Our clinical partners are located as far north as Doncaster and as far south as Northampton.
Placement A is undertaken usually during the spring semester in year one of the course. It is equivalent to two weeks (37.5 hours per week) of placement hours. *
Placement B is usually 12 weeks duration, and it takes place in the summer at the end of year three. Placement B comprises B1 (4 weeks) and B2 (8 weeks). B1 is simulated and includes a 2-week complementary placement. These placements span a range of settings including charitable organisations, private dietitians, health coaching organisations, industry, research and public health. These placements are primarily delivered virtually, but some organisations also offer in-person engagement. B2 is an in-person practice-based placement in a healthcare setting, which could include primary care, hospital or public health, to help you develop your clinical skills.
Placement C is usually 12 weeks long and occurs in the spring semester of year four. Placement C is an in-person practice-based placement in a healthcare setting, allowing you to build on your clinical knowledge and skills.
Our dedicated dietetics placement team will help and support you through the placement process.
* This placement will be split over a number of weeks/months and will include one week shadowing and observation in a placement setting alongside some virtual delivery.
Placements
Clinical placements are a mandatory part of the course. They are predominantly acute hospital or community based, with complementary virtual placements offered in other areas such as private practice and charity settings. You will complete three practice placements hosted by our practice educator partners. Our clinical partners are located as far north as Doncaster and as far south as Northampton.
Placement A is undertaken usually during the spring semester in year one of the course. It is equivalent to two weeks (37.5 hours per week) of placement hours. *
Placement B is usually 12 weeks duration, and it takes place in the summer at the end of year three. Placement B comprises B1 (4 weeks) and B2 (8 weeks). B1 is simulated and includes a 2-week complementary placement. These placements span a range of settings including charitable organisations, private dietitians, health coaching organisations, industry, research and public health. These placements are primarily delivered virtually, but some organisations also offer in-person engagement. B2 is an in-person practice-based placement in a healthcare setting, which could include primary care, hospital or public health, to help you develop your clinical skills.
Placement C is usually 12 weeks long and occurs in the spring semester of year four. Placement C is an in-person practice-based placement in a healthcare setting, allowing you to build on your clinical knowledge and skills.
Our dedicated dietetics placement team will help and support you through the placement process.
* This placement will be split over a number of weeks/months and will include one week shadowing and observation in a placement setting alongside some virtual delivery.
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* For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.
If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) .
Additional costs
As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.* You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies.
It is essential to have your own laptop or PC to have access to our virtual learning environment and complete and submit coursework.
Due to our commitment to sustainability, we don’t print lecture notes but these are available digitally.
* Whilst on placement students may incur additional accommodation and travel costs. For some students this may be covered by a learning support fund (NHS Learning Support Fund (LSF) | NHSBSA).
Other additional costs include those related to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance which is a preplacement requirement.
There is one handbook which students need to purchase to help them whilst on placement.
Scholarships and bursaries
International students
We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.
* For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.
If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).
Additional costs
All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.
As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.* You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies.
It is essential to have your own laptop or PC to have access to our virtual learning environment and complete and submit coursework.
Due to our commitment to sustainability, we don’t print lecture notes but these are available digitally.
* Whilst on placement students may incur additional accommodation and travel costs. For some students this may be covered by a learning support fund (NHS Learning Support Fund (LSF) | NHSBSA).
Other additional costs include those related to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance which is a preplacement requirement.
There is one handbook which students need to purchase to help them whilst on placement.
Scholarships and bursaries
Home students*
Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £1,000 a year. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.
* A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.
Course overview
Dietitians have never been more important. They use their knowledge of food and science to support individuals, groups and populations to improve their health and well-being. Our integrated masters course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. This means you can become a registered dietitian when you graduate.
Course overview
Dietitians have never been more important. They use their knowledge of food and science to support individuals, groups and populations to improve their health and well-being. Our integrated masters course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. This means you can become a registered dietitian when you graduate.
We recognise the world of dietetics is changing. This integrated masters course helps to prepare you to practice in the modern healthcare setting.
- You'll gain knowledge through a wide range of teaching including nutrition, biochemistry, medicine and pathology and pharmacology.
- You'll gain hands on clinical experience through a number of practice placements.
- You'll learn communication and practical skills in our specially built dietetics suite.
- We teach you research skills. Your final project can directly improve patient care and will support you to deliver evidenced base care that is safe and effective.
As part of the application process, candidates will be interviewed.
Why choose this course?
Practice placements
Develop your clinical skills through practice placements in primary care, hospitals, public health and other non-traditional placement settings.
Teaching expertise
Our expert teaching team of registered dietitians has experience in primary care, gastroenterology, diabetes, paediatrics, intellectual disabilities, obesity end of life care and more. Specialist dietitians are invited from practice to deliver guest lectures.
Industry connections
We have connections with dietitians working in industry and can support you to explore this growing area of dietetics.
Learn from specialists
You'll have regular contact with specialist practising dietitians, giving a vital insight into your future career
Varied curriculum
Learn about education methods, communication skills, psychology and sociology
Ranked 2nd in the UK for nutrition and food science Guardian University Guide 2023
Important information
This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.
Indicative modules
Year one
Year two
Year three
Year four
Mandatory
Year 1
Essential study skills
Mandatory
Year 1
Introduction to Dietetics
Mandatory
Year 1
An Introduction to Genetics and Biochemistry
Mandatory
Year 1
Introductory Physiology
Mandatory
Year 1
Sustainable agriculture food and nutrition
Mandatory
Year 1
Fundamentals in Food Science and Nutrition
Mandatory
Year 2
Communication Skills and Educational Methods
Mandatory
Year 2
Fundamentals of Food and Dietetics
Mandatory
Year 2
Global issues in Nutrition
Mandatory
Year 2
Medicine and Pathology
Mandatory
Year 2
Nutrition and Physiology Interaction
Mandatory
Year 2
Nutrition Metabolism and Disease
Mandatory
Year 3
Changing Behaviour Promoting Health
Mandatory
Year 3
Clinical Pharmacology
Mandatory
Year 3
Nutrition Across the Lifespan
Mandatory
Year 3
Principles and Practice of Dietetics
Mandatory
Year 3
Research Skills in Dietetics
Mandatory
Year 4
Advanced Dietetic Practice (includes 12-week practice placement)
Mandatory
Year 4
Advanced Dietetics (Clinical and Public Health) and Professional Issues
Mandatory
Year 4
Dietetics Research Project
About modules
The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Thursday 29 February 2024.
Essential study skills
Introduction to Dietetics
An Introduction to Genetics and Biochemistry
Introductory Physiology
Sustainable agriculture food and nutrition
Fundamentals in Food Science and Nutrition
This module is intended to enhance your transition into university and guide you through the academic expectations of your degree. This module includes three generic sessions on ‘study skills and plagiarism’, ‘study opportunities’ and ‘career and personal development’, and a series of small group tutorials with your academic tutor to develop core skills such as finding crucial information, oral presentation, data handling and presentation of results, preparation for examinations, and essay writing skills relevant to biosciences.
This 10 credit module will develop your knowledge of the nutrient composition of food.
You'll study:
- the principles of healthy lifestyle guidance
- develop the skills to apply this knowledge to different population groups
- essential skills for dietetic practice
This 30 credit module will give you a solid foundation in the growth and development of cells. You will gain understanding in cellular processes and the key macromolecules. Understanding the chemistry of these macromolecules is important in many areas of bioscience.
You’ll apply your learning of basic concepts though practical sessions and workshops.
You will study:
- Mitosis, meiosis, cell division and differentiation.
- Basic genetic principles and gene expression processes
- Areas of nucleic acid structure
- Genetic variation; mutation and repair
What major physiology systems are essential for life in animals and humans? In this module you will learn about:
- the body's principle physiological systems including the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, reproductive, renal and digestive systems
- the structure and function of the major organs including the function of individual cell types
Through weekly lectures, we will cover topics on genes, proteins and membranes, transport of molecules across membranes, nerve signalling and biorhythms.
Nutrients are vital to human and animal health, but how do they work? In this module, you’ll be given a comprehensive introduction to the key concepts in the field of nutrition. Depending on your interests, you can study human or animal nutrition, or both. Understand how the food we eat influences our health. Explore how the food eaten by animals impacts on food production and the global food system.
You’ll study:
- micronutrients, including vitamins and minerals
- macronutrients, including proteins, carbohydrates and fats
- metabolism, and how nutrients give us energy
- the influence of nutrition in diseases such as cancer and diabetes
This module will introduce you to the key concepts in the field of nutrition and food Sciences, including:
- constituents that make up food and its ingredients
- their functional properties
- the physiological impact of diet and nutrition on your body
- dietary guidance and recommendations
- analytical techniques to measure dietary and body composition
Communication Skills and Educational Methods
Fundamentals of Food and Dietetics
Global issues in Nutrition
Medicine and Pathology
Nutrition and Physiology Interaction
Nutrition Metabolism and Disease
This module provides insight into formal and informal methods for both written and verbal communication. Educational and learning theories will be taught, and you’ll be introduced to basic counselling skills and provided with the opportunity to practice such skills within a dietetics setting.
This module allows you to gain awareness of the importance of food knowledge within dietetics, including:
- food production
- processing
- transportation
- legislation
- nutritional content
- institutional catering
People face food and nutrition issues all over the world. But how do these nutritional challenges differ? In this module, you'll examine nutrition from a global perspective. You'll use the latest epidemiological evidence to understand these challenges. You'll determine why nations and regions face difficulties achieving population health. You'll learn the techniques nutritionists use to address these. Working in groups, you'll solve a complex global nutrition issue using the latest advances in nutrition science.
You’ll study:
- how to use epidemiological data to identify nutrition issues
- developing consumer demands, including the Nutrition Transition
- how to apply nutrition science to global health challenges
- how to write a briefing to advise nation states on health and agriculture policy
This module, delivered by the School of Medicine, will introduce you to the principles of disease aetiology and diagnosis and to consider the pathophysiological consequences of common diseases likely to be seen in clinical practice by qualified dietitians. You’ll also be introduced to history taking, clinical chemistry based assessments, nasogastric intubation and venepuncture, and will also practice the basic aspects of life support, and measurement of BP.
Hormones carry signals between different parts of the body. But how do nutrients determine the interaction between hormones and health? In this module, you’ll carry out an in-depth study of the mammalian endocrine system. You'll look at this from cellular, molecular and anatomical perspectives. You'll explore the role that hormones play in controlling homeostasis and metabolism. We use the latest published nutritional research. You'll look at appetite regulation and how endocrine systems determine what, how and when we eat.
You’ll study:
- nutritional energetics and energy expenditure
- appetite regulation by the endocrine system
- homeostasis in relation to the diet
The food we eat determines the functioning of our bodies. But how does metabolism influence whether this leads to health or disease? You will explore the nutritional biochemistry of metabolism. Looking at healthy outcomes, and factors associated with chronic diseases. These include obesity and diabetes. You will investigate the fed, fasted and starved states. You’ll understand how the body uses macronutrients in different physiological and pathological situations.
You’ll study:
- metabolism, nutrition and exercise in sporting performance
- disorders of metabolism and the therapies used to treat them
- cardiovascular disease risk factors
- obesity and diabetes, from a metabolic perspective
Changing Behaviour Promoting Health
Clinical Pharmacology
Nutrition Across the Lifespan
Principles and Practice of Dietetics
Research Skills in Dietetics
Healthy diets are vital for healthy lives. But how do nutritionists change health behaviours to achieve optimal nutrition? In this module, you'll study the psychological origins of dietary behaviour. You will learn the behaviour change techniques nutritionists use to modify food choice. You'll look at how to promote healthy diets using community, legislative, persuasive and empowerment tools. You'll work as an intervention team to achieve improved dietary health. Working together, you'll design an evidence-based behaviour change programme.
You’ll study:
- psychodynamic, behaviourist, cognitive and humanistic explanations of food choice
- social influences on consumer behaviour and the social determinants of health
- behaviour change techniques used in professional practice
- health promotion tools used to achieve dietary health across populations
This module is delivered at the School of Medicine by a pharmacist. You’ll be given an overview of clinical pharmacology, with particular emphasis on route of delivery of drug and principal aspects of pharmacokenetics, including factors influencing drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination. The use of drugs in the treatment of diseases for which there is a dietetic input to the management, and the possibility of drug-nutrient interactions in these, and other, patients will be covered. Activities consist of lectures, private study work on clinical case studies and a review and feedback session.
This module considers nutrition at all stages of life. The lifespan will be split into pregnancy, infant (0-1 year), early years (1-5 years), primary school age (5-11 years), adolescence (12-18 years), adult (18-65 years), and old age (65+ years). At each stage we will consider the nutritional needs of that age group and how this can be achieved. Students then get the opportunity to be actively involved in the content for the second semester by choosing areas of lifespan nutrition they would like to learn about.
The timetable for the spring semester will be built around these suggestions, examples of previous taught content has included oral health through the lifespan, and bone health and prevention of osteoporosis, and nutrition and skin health. We aim to provide a programme of taught material that takes the student from cell to population level content which will support interest at both clinical and population level lifespan nutrition.
This module aims to link the underpinning science of nutrition developed over the first two years of the programme to the applied practice of dietetics. This will consider both the professional aspects of dietetics alongside the theory of the nutritional management of disease in individuals and populations. This will prepare you to start your 12-week practice placement.
This module covers the theoretical and practical aspects of commonly used research methods. It includes hands-on experience of statistical packages and laboratory skills, provides information on systematic reviews, practical and audit based projects, and an understanding of the ethical nature of research. This is preparatory study for your dietetics research project. You’ll have weekly lectures, laboratory and workshop sessions.
Advanced Dietetic Practice (includes 12-week practice placement)
Advanced Dietetics (Clinical and Public Health) and Professional Issues
Dietetics Research Project
Under the supervision of experienced registered dietitians, you’ll gain active experience in areas of health care that support subsequent application for dietetic registration. At the end of the 12-week placement you will have had the opportunity to work with clients and patients in the same way as a newly qualified dietitian.
This module considers dietary management in specialist areas of advanced dietetic clinical practice and public health nutrition using individual student learning experiences and small group work. You will also cover the aspects of management, leadership and professionalism you will require in order to be suitably prepared prior to registration as a dietitian.
In this module you will carry out original research at the forefront of human nutrition and dietetics. You are supported by a member of our academic team.
The research project encourages critical thinking and involves both independent research and teamwork. You'll work on a literature survey, and data handling, analysis and interpretation.
We have close links with the University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and local dietetic departments. This means that your research project can directly relate to nutrition and human health. Alternatively, you can do a laboratory-based project using the specialist facilities within the school.
Recent research projects include:
- compliance to dietary advice in diabetes mellitus Type 2
- processed food intake in pre-school children
- the relationship between breastfeeding and allergy: a systematic review of the literature
Students producing the highest quality projects are encouraged to submit abstracts to the British Dietetic Association annual conference and present their work at the conference.
We use a range of assessment methods, including exams, essays, verbal presentations and practicals. You will receive a copy of our marking criteria which provides guidance on how we will assess your work. Your work will be marked on time and you will receive regular feedback.
Your final degree classification will be based on marks gained in years two, three and four of study.
You must pass each year to progress. This typically means that you will need to achieve marks of at least 40% in each module.
Assessment methods
- Coursework
- Group projects
- Lab reports
- Oral exam
- Poster presentations
- Research projects
- Written examination
Each year you will take 120 credits in core modules. As a guide, one credit equals approximately 10 hours of work. You will spend around half of your time in lectures, seminars and practicals. The remaining time will be independent study.
Core modules are typically taught by professors or associate professors. Specialist dietitians from practice may support teaching on some modules.
You will have 26 weeks full-time practice placement throughout the course, around half of this takes place over the summer between years three and four.
You will be highly skilled in the principles and practices of dietetics, and will have developed your practical research skills. Most dietitians work within the NHS either in hospitals or within the community. A dietitian can choose to specialise in a range of areas such as paediatrics, obesity, renal or liver disease, diabetes and health promotion.
You could work in private practice, sports nutrition, journalism, education, food and drink industries, and consumer organisations.
Registration in dietetics in the UK is recognised in many countries overseas including Hong Kong.
Average starting salary and career progression
86.40% of undergraduates from the Faculty of Science secured employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £27,834.
HESA Graduate Outcomes (2017- 2021 cohorts). The Graduate Outcomes % is calculated using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on graduates working full-time within the UK.
Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.
Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.
Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.
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