Nutrition and Dietetics BSc (Hons)

With clinical placements in each year of study and ward simulation throughout, our Allied Health Professional approved course gives you genuine, practical experience, and allows you to register as a dietitian with the HCPC.<br/><br/>This is an Allied Health Professional approved course that is Professional Body Regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) – a key marker of quality. The course is relevant for those wishing to become dietitians; work in public health, the food and drink industry, medical nutrition, sports nutrition, and the media; or progress into academia and research. We are committed to developing competent, compassionate dietitians who are equipped with the skills, knowledge, values and attitude necessary to work in a multitude of different areas. Our aim is to help our students develop into future leaders in the fields of nutrition, physical activity, food science and health<br/><br/>We actively engage with local dietetic departments to provide you with a course that has an ethos of research and evidence-informed practice, fostering your professional development. Our teaching staff in our dynamic Department bring a wealth of expertise to the course including nutrition, the food industry, public health, biosciences, sport and exercise, and of course, dietetics. Through service user participation, and our innovative approaches to teaching and learning, it brings the real world of dietetics into taught sessions.

Join a university with a real focus on making you not just ‘work ready’, but ‘World Ready’. With expert teaching alongside built-in work placements and industry links, courses are closely aligned to the real world, enabling you to graduate a step ahead, connected to a network of contacts. <br/><br/>Outside the classroom, you’ll have a comprehensive support package to help you gain self-worth and resilience, so you can contribute to society on a local, national and global level. There’s a wealth of opportunities to boost your CV; volunteer in the community, take a free language course, enhance your digital skills, work part-time and earn while you learn, and get involved with Chester Students’ Union.<br/><br/>Beautiful and packed with history, Chester is a bustling 21st century city balancing big name shopping, eating and living with an eclectic independent scene. It has a safe and thriving nightlife too. <br/><br/>Join a friendly and inclusive community that shares your ambition and Get World Ready – apply now!