MSc Nutrition and Dietetics
Course overview
The professional two-year postgraduate degree course in Nutrition and Dietetics will provide you with the eligibility to register as a dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and enter the workforce as a registered Allied Health Professional. Whether you will be working in the NHS, private healthcare, public health, the food and drink industry, sports nutrition or as a freelance dietitian working in the media, this course will allow you to use the protected title ‘Dietitian’. The course is also accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA), the professional body for dietitians.
We actively engage with local dietetic departments to provide you with a course that has a well-structured, evidence-based practice and professional development to support you in both study and practice. The department has a strong reputation in research that is world-leading, and our teaching staff brings a wealth of expertise to the course in areas of nutrition. A significant part of the course also involves clinical placements in healthcare.
Entry requirements
Consideration will be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills.
Grade Requirements:
Normally, an upper second (2.1) class honours degree in a relevant science subject is required with modules in Biochemistry Physiology, Immunology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Genetics.
Applicants with a minimum of a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree in a relevant subject area, or an equivalent professional qualification will also be considered.
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS Academic; 7.0 overall score with a minimum 6.5 in each sub-skill
- PTE Academic; 6.5 overall score with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill
- International Baccalaureate (A or B Higher)
- TOEFL iBT; Overall score: 91 with minimum Listening: 19, Reading: 20, Speaking: 21, Writing: 20
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Career opportunities
After completing the Nutrition and Dietetics MSc from the University of Chester, graduates can pursue careers such as:
- NHS Registered Dietitian
- Public Health Nutritionist
- Sports Nutritionist
- Food Industry Consultant
- Clinical Research Dietitian
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the Nutrition and Dietetics MSc at the University of Chester is £15,000 per year for International students.
Admission
To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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