As the only qualified health professionals to assess, diagnose and deliver interventions for diet and nutrition-related problems, there has never been a greater demand for qualified, knowledgeable dietitians to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and the wider public. Birmingham City University's MSc Dietetics (pre-registration) offers you the essential knowledge, skills, and professional approach required for contemporary healthcare practice. You will explore evidence-based professional practice, the foundations of dietetic practice, and delve into nutrition, metabolism, pathology, and pharmacology, preparing you for a vital role in public health.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over two years, integrating theoretical learning with extensive practice-based learning opportunities. You will develop your skills in food science, food skills, and applied nutrition, alongside prevention and intervention strategies across two distinct practice modules. Your studies culminate in an MSc Healthcare Professional Project, allowing you to undertake in-depth research. You will graduate equipped to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and pursue a rewarding career as a registered dietitian in diverse clinical and community settings.