About Dietetics Masters in Cardiff Metropolitan University
Course Overview
The MSc Dietetics degree is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is accredited by the British Dietetic Association. It enables graduates with a PG Diploma in Dietetics who are registered with the HCPC to complete a 60 credit dissertation module.
Students exiting with the Postgraduate Diploma can return to undertake the dissertation within 5 years of starting the PG Diploma. The MSc Dietetics is undertaken in one academic year. Most students undertake the MSc Dietetics while working within the NHS.
Course Content
During the programme students undertake a research project. This is usually undertaken within their work environment within the NHS. Many students undertake Service Improvement Projects within their Dietetic Departments.
MSc Dietetics:
The dissertation consists of four elements. There is a protocol, extended literature review, journal paper and reflective statement.
Year One:
September – Induction
October – Protocol Submission
November – Feedback on Protocol Meeting
February – Extended Literature Review Submission
Late February – Feedback on Literature Review
May – Journal Paper and Reflective Statement Submission
June – Exam Board
Exit with MSc at Exam Board in June.
Learning & Teaching
It is expected that students undertake independent reading and self-study; this is aided by the use of Moodle, the Virtual Learning Environment in use at the University. All students have previously undertaken a Research Studies Module which is available as a resource.
All students are allocated a personal tutor who offers pastoral support and guides the student through the dissertation process.
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
- Postsecondary diploma or a degree or 2–3 year diploma (media-related is desired)
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.
