BSc Nutrition and Dietetics
Course overview
This 3-year programme is approved by both the British Dietetic Association (BDA) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). It prepares students to prevent, find, and take care of health issues related to food so they can become registered dietitians. The course combines classroom learning with at least 1,000 hours of practical work within three years, giving students experience with patients in North Wales.
Students will learn through classes, hands-on workshops in quality food science and clinical rooms, and practice sessions. Students will be marked in diverse ways, including essays, exams, talk giving, and practical checks of their clinical skills. When students pass the course, they can apply to become registered professionals with the HCPC and can be full members of the BDA.
Entry requirements
Candidates must submit a personal statement, stating why they want to apply for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A related academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs together with their applications to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need a total of 120 UCAS Tariff Points, which can generally be achieved with:
- A-levels at BBB, which must include Biological Science and Chemistry (or one of these plus Psychology) with a minimum grade C.
- A DDM grade in a relevant Level 3 BTEC (Science or Health Studies).
- 120 points from an Access to HE Diploma.
English Language Requirements:
- All applicants who are from non-English/Welsh-speaking countries must display language proficiency, which can be achieved with:
- An overall score of 7.0 in IELTS, with no skill score below 6.5. This high standard is necessary because the course leads to professional registration in a healthcare field.
Career opportunities
Graduates of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics from Wrexham University can register as dietitians and pursue the following professional careers:
- NHS Dietitian (hospital and community settings)
- Public Health Nutritionist
- Sports Nutritionist
- Nutrition Researcher
- Freelance Health Consultant
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international and EU students of the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics at Wrexham University is £11,750. It is, however, subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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