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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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16-SEP-24
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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16-SEP-24
4 Years
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Human Nutrition and Dietetics is the application of the science of nutrition to the prevention and treatment of disease and the promotion of health.
GCU has the longest running Dietetics programme in Scotland. It provides an in-depth understanding of nutrition and metabolism, gained from the study of physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology and food science, with recognition of the influencing aspects of psychology and sociology.
The programme's strong practical focus centres around problem-based learning in the classroom, nutrition laboratory and clinical simulation lab as well as on placement.
The programme is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). It leads to eligibility to apply for HCPC registration (students are required to complete 1000 hours of clinical placement to be eligible) and follows the core curriculum set out by the British Dietetics Association.
Assessment methods
We use a wide range of learning and teaching methods to ensure that you have both the necessary knowledge and understanding of business and management and a portfolio of intellectual and personal skills.
Each module on the programme uses its own learning, teaching and assessment strategy to achieve learning objectives. Assessment methods vary between modules and may include unseen examinations, class tests, essays, management reports, case studies, presentations, and group work.
Teaching methods
The learning and teaching methods we use ensure that our programme is both vocationally relevant and academically challenging. Our approach is student-centred, practical, participative and relevant to the needs of employers.
We've moved away from the traditional teacher-centric learning to a more independent learning approach, where you are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills.
Your career
Most graduates seek employment in the NHS, specialising in areas such as paediatrics, nutritional support, sports nutrition, oncology, renal, critical care and community dietetics. Others move into research, work in the media, publishing, private practice and the food industry.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BBBC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
28 Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
28 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):
Pass Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
28 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
including two sciences
to include 2 sciences from Chemistry Biology or Human Biology, Food Technology, Maths, Physics or Application of Maths
including two sciences at HL 4
including two sciences at HL 4
102 UCAS tariff points from science based Access courses.Access to HE Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics with the Academy Online https://www.academyonlinelearning.com/our-courses/access-health-science-professions-courses/access-nutrition-and-dietetics
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
with Higher Level Chemistry at 6 and one other science, and English
to include 2 sciences from Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Physics
in Applied Science
HNC in Applied Science, Biomedical Science or Biological Science with graded unit B
Health and Science: Science
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£15,200 per year
Students from EU
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£15,200 per year
Students from International
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