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Dietetics is a fascinating field that focuses on the management and prevention of nutrition-related disorders at an individual, group and population level. Dietitians are the only regulated health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutrition-related problems at an individual and wider public health level.

There are many strands of knowledge that you will master on your way to a career as a dietitian. This course has been carefully structured to integrate theoretical study in different fields with the practical experience needed to develop the skills required to work as a graduate dietitian.

On this course you will:

complete invaluable practice-based placements in Years Two, Three and Four that will enrich your learning; be equipped to enter a career that gives you the opportunity to work in a diverse range of settings including in health and social care, private practice, the food industry, research related roles and government advisory roles; and benefit from the inter-professional working focus of this course. We aim for all our graduates to be confident in their own professional identity and have the additional skills that will allow you to work as an effective multidisciplinary team member.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements:

4 Highers at BBBC (standard entry) or BCCC (widening access entry) including Biology, Chemistry and preferably another science subject (Maths and Health and Food Technology are acceptable) plus English and Maths at National 5.

You may be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B for practice placements.

You would require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details.