BSc Dietetics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nutrition, combining the scientific study of food with dietetics practice. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes two 14-week practice-based learning placements in dietetics settings and a final-year independent research project. The course achieved 100% student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB Two subjects from: Chemistry Physics Mathematics Biology Nutrition & Food Science Single Award Life & Health Sciences is acceptable with one subject from Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. DA Life and Health Science is acceptable as two subjects.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 90%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Health associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- A degree: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a dietitian.
- Accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA) as delivering the approved pre-registration curriculum framework. Provides eligibility to apply for HCPC registration as a dietitian.
Modules
- Biochemistry
- Human Physiology & Anatomy
- Medical Cell Biology
- Chemistry and Pharmacology
- Practical and Laboratory Skills
- Fundamentals of Nutrition Science
- Clinical biochemistry
- Pathophysiology
- Immunology
- Food science
- Epidemiology and statistics
- Assessment of Nutritional Status
- Nutrition Through the Lifecycle
- Biosciences for Nutrition
- Dietetics Professional Practice UG
- Health Promotion and Nutrition Communication
- Biochemistry and Molecular Nutrition
- Clinical Nutrition
- Diet and clinical medicine
- Nutrition Research Methodology
- Food, Nutrition and Dietetics Research project
- Dietetics Practice-Based Learning 1
- Dietetics Practice-Based Learning 2
- Dietetic Clinical Competency
- Dietetic Professional Competency
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Dietetics at Ulster University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £28,000. The £28,000 median after fifteen months is £1,500 less than the UK median for Nutrition and dietetics.
What do graduates of BSc Dietetics at Ulster University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Dietetics at Ulster University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Dietetics at Ulster University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 172 UCAS points.
Is BSc Dietetics at Ulster University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a dietitian. Accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA) as delivering the approved pre-registration curriculum framework. Provides eligibility to apply for HCPC registration as a dietitian.
Does BSc Dietetics at Ulster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Dietetics at Ulster University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.