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Dietetics with Integrated Foundation Year

University of Plymouth

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Plymouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Healthy eating, nutrition and lifestyles are becoming key issues in today’s society. By focusing on the impact of food and nutrition on health, you'll use your knowledge and skills to make a difference to people’s lives. By combining theoretical modules with real life clinical placements you’ll gain all the skills you need for your future career.Our Integrated foundation course prepares you for the undergraduate degree in BSc (Hons) Dietetics. Taught by University lecturers on campus, you’ll be part of the University from day one. If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level, this course is for you. Students completing the BSc (Hons) Dietetics with Integrated Foundation Year course will normally progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Dietetics.Dietitians interpret the science of nutrition to improve health and treat diet related diseases and conditions. They educate and give practical and personal advice to patients, carers or colleagues. They advise and help to maintain nutritional status when individuals want to trial dietary interventions, such as exclusion diets, nutritional supplementation or dietary interventions, in a multitude of different areas. They use recognised methodologies to critically appraise all forms of evidence and research, to inform their advice. They help improve their patient’s quality of life.Experience cutting-edge nutrition research with world-class academics, putting research into practice and developing the future dietetic profession.Experience interprofessional learning throughout the programme.Innovative student-led Peer-Assisted Learning Scheme (PALS) in place.Experience practice placements in each year of the course, gaining experience in a range of different clinical and community settings, including unique specialist placements in paediatrics and mental health.Innovative in-house nutrition clinics run alongside placements and academic study, providing additional opportunities to attain competency in practice-based learning.From 2023, students in Plymouth can train and practice their professional healthcare skills in an inspiring purpose-built environment, InterCity Place. Develop leadership roles for sustainability and explore an emerging range of professional opportunities for dietitians beyond our traditional role, including freelance and private practice, the world of media and social enterprise.4 years (with placements)

Tuition fees

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£ 18,100per year

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University information

University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

  • University League Table

    75th

  • Campus address

    Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Food Science

    4th out of 36 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    154 73%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    8th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    21st

    3

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