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Nutrition and Dietetics – (M.Sc.)
University of Chester
Department of Clinical Sciences
| Application Deadline: | November 30 | ||
| Location: | Chester / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 180 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Chester
This is a professional two-year degree programme which provides students with an award in Nutrition and Dietetics together with eligibility for registration as a dietitian with the Health Professions Council (UK). The programme was commissioned by the North West NHS Executive in response to the increasing demand for dietitians within the clinical setting.
This is the only programme in the North West of England leading to registration as a dietitian. Fees are not applied to students accepted onto the programme up to Diploma stage and many students are entitled to apply for an NHS Bursary.
The taught programme is interspersed with three periods of practice placements. Placements are usually undertaken within the North West region, although students may exceptionally be placed elsewhere in the UK.
Contents
Programme Structure
The programme runs over two academic years. During this time students will engage with the theory and practice of nutrition and dietetics in the taught modules listed below:
Year 1
Taught modules may include:
* Evidence Based Nutrition
* Food and Nutrition for Health
* Nutritional Science
* Sociology and Pschology and Public Health
* Dietetics and Clinical Medicine I
Placement A (4 weeks)
Year 2
Taught modules may include:
* Dietetics and Clinical Medicine II
Placements B and C (12 weeks each)
Throughout the programme students will also attend a series of seminars designed to develop professional skills (including communication and counselling), and give students the opportunity to prepare for, and reflect on, the clinical practice.
Placements
Students will undertake three placements during the course: A, B and C. These are designed to develop the communication and professional skills students require to be an effective dietitian in clinical practice. Placement A (4 weeks) occurs within the first year of the programme and aims to introduce students to the work of the dietitian. Placements B and C are 12 weeks each in duration and aim to develop professional competence. These placements are requirements of the Health Professions Council (UK) and must be passed in addition to the academic content of the programme in order to become a registered dietitian, enabling students to practice within the National Health Service.
The Awards
After completion of the final clinical placement, students will return to University to sit professional examinations. At this stage, students are eligible for the award of a Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics with eligibility for registration as a dietitian; students will have successfully completed taught modules, Placements B and C, and professional examinations.
Students who decide to study for the full MSc award and are deemed suitable for this level of work will normally undertake their research and dissertation in the autumn following completion of the taught modules. It is also possible to complete the dissertation as a part-time student. A series of research seminars will provide students with an overview of how to conduct their research. In addition, students will be assigned a dissertation supervisor. At this stage of the programme, students will be required to pay for dissertation fees.
Assessment
Most modules are assessed using a combination of coursework and assignments or examinations. Coursework may include practical reports, data interpretation, essays and presentations. The seminars will be assessed via a student portfolio.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Minimum of an upper second class honours degree in food, nutrition, biological or health sciences that contains the following:
* one module in human physiology
* two modules in biochemistry (students will be considered if they have only one module but will need to take a "catch-up" module prior to entry on the programme)
* one module in relevant sciences, e.g. immunology, genetics, microbiology, food science.
Candidates must also:
* visit a dietetic department prior to applying for the course
* attend a personal interview and participate in a group activity
* complete a satisfactory health check and Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure.
Please note:
Unfortunately, while we can accept EU students, the funding arrangements for this programme do not permit us to accept international students at this time.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 85 |
Accreditation
Provides eligibility for registration as a dietician with the Health Professions Council (UK).
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