BSc (Hons) Dietetics

  • Undergraduate
  • London
Last Updated: 13/07/2026View on Institutions website
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BSc (Hons) Dietetics
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

3 years

Course Description

This undergraduate degree is designed to prepare students for a professional career as a dietitian, the only health professional qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat diet and nutrition-related problems at both individual and public health levels. Throughout the three-year full-time programme, students will engage with the latest scientific research on food, health, and disease. The curriculum is highly practical, incorporating three full-time work placements within NHS organisations in London, providing essential hands-on experience in acute and community care settings. Students will develop the expertise to provide nutrition and dietetic care for diverse populations, including those at risk of long-term health conditions. The course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA), and successful completion makes graduates eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). With a strong focus on clinical skills, communication, and professional practice, this course equips students with the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful impact on public health and individual wellbeing.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £9,790 per year. Tuition fees for subsequent years may be subject to inflationary increases by the UK government. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Entry Requirements

Other Requirements

Other

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and clearance for non-exposure prone procedures (EPP) by an approved occupational health service. All applicants are required to attend an interview with academic staff.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Anatomy and Physiology 1 (for Life Sciences)

15 Credits

Anatomy and Physiology 2 (for Life Sciences)

15 Credits

Applied Health Psychology (for Dietitians)

15 Credits

Biochemistry for Life Sciences

15 Credits

Cell Biology (for Life Sciences)

15 Credits

Dietary assessment techniques for dietitians

15 Credits

Essentials of Human Nutrition (for Dietitians)

15 Credits

Health, Society and Behaviour (for Dietitians)

15 Credits

Introduction to Human Nutrition (for Dietitians)

15 Credits

Management of disease for dietitians

15 Credits

Practice Based Learning 1 (Dietitians)

Credits

Professional Practice in Dietetics and Nutrition

15 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue careers as dietitians in various settings, including acute and community care, obesity management, HIV specialist roles, health advisory, and sports nutrition.

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/dietetics---bsc-hons/ on 10 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.