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Nutrition and Dietetics MNutr

Sutton Bonington Campus, Leicestershire, UK

Course overview

Dietitians have never been more important. They use their knowledge of food and science to support individuals, groups and populations to improve their health and well-being. Our integrated masters course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. This means you can become a registered dietitian when you graduate.

 

Indicative modules

Mandatory

Year 1

Essential Study Skills

Mandatory

Year 1

Introduction to Dietetics

Mandatory

Year 1

An Introduction to Genetics and Biochemistry

Mandatory

Year 1

Introductory Physiology

Mandatory

Year 1

Sustainable agriculture food and nutrition

Mandatory

Year 1

Fundamentals in Food Science and Nutrition

Mandatory

Year 2

Communication Skills and Educational Methods

Mandatory

Year 2

Fundamentals of Food and Dietetics

Mandatory

Year 2

Global issues in Nutrition

Mandatory

Year 2

Medicine and Pathology

Mandatory

Year 2

Nutrition and Physiology Interaction

Mandatory

Year 2

Nutrition Metabolism and Disease

Mandatory

Year 3

Changing Behaviour Promoting Health

Mandatory

Year 3

Clinical Pharmacology

Mandatory

Year 3

Nutrition Across the Lifespan

Mandatory

Year 3

Principles and Practice of Dietetics

Mandatory

Year 3

Research Skills in Dietetics

Mandatory

Year 4

Advanced Dietetic Practice (includes 12-week practice placement)

Mandatory

Year 4

Advanced Dietetics (Clinical and Public Health) and Professional Issues

Mandatory

Year 4

Dietetics Research Project

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About modules

The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Friday 28 March 2025. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.

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