About Human Nutrition & Dietetics in Cardiff Metropolitan University
Course Overview
Professionally approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and British Dietetic Association, the BSc Human Nutrition and Dietetics degree at Cardiff Met contains two major elements: The academic component based on campus and clinical training, which occurs in three separate places within the course.
Both elements are essential for the achievement of the course objectives and award of the degree with eligibility to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for registration as a dietitian.
Learning & Teaching
The BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and Dietetics employs a range of teaching methods throughout the programme. We begin to build skills in dietetics from the first year with an emphasis on nutritional assessment and reflective skills.
Visits into the professional NHS setting during this year will help learners to develop a professional understanding of the role. In the second year we use case studies and kitchen practicals to teach dietetics therapy.
In addition we simulate consultations and group teaching sessions in order to build communication skills. During the first year students participate in inter-professional learning. They also undertake in depth research into a chosen topic to complete their dissertation, which they disseminate in a poster presentation at the end of the course.
Employability & Careers
Dietitians normally begin their career in the National Health Service where they progress to the main clinical grades. The opportunity exists for specialisation in various aspects of dietetics by means of post-registration education. In addition there are opportunities for dietitians to be involved in health education/promotion, education, research and journalism.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, include one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.0 overall* with no sub score lower than 5.5
- PTE : Overall - 52, Reading - 51, Speaking - 51,Listening - 51,Writing - 51
Cardiff Metropolitan University Highlights
| Type of University |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
38.2 million GBP (2019) |
| Cost of Attendance |
9,000 GBP |
| Housing Facilities |
Available |
| Mode of Application |
Online and Offline. |
| Application fee |
Not applicable. |
Cardiff Metropolitan University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Expense |
Cost |
| Tuition |
800-12000 GBP |
| Meals |
200 GBP |
| Housing |
800 GBP |
| Student Activity Fee |
Free for Hall room Students. |
| Weekly Expenses |
300 GBP |
| On,-Off cost |
2500 GBP |
Personal requirements including books charge a different fee according to the course.
