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BSc ( Hons ) Dietetics Accredited by the BDA

BSc ( Hons ) Dietetics Accredited by the BDA. A healthcare profession which involves the application of nutrition to groups and individuals and the treatment of disease Requires an understanding of how the science of nutrition can contribute to the health of individuals

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BSc ( Hons ) Dietetics Accredited by the BDA

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  1. BSc (Hons) DieteticsAccredited by the BDA

  2. A healthcare profession which involves the application of nutrition to groups and individuals and the treatment of disease Requires an understanding of how the scienceof nutrition can contribute to the health of individuals and communities and to clinical management of disease Dietetics

  3. Highly integrated and focused course Course completed over three years, achieved by extending the academic year (45 weeks/year) Sometimes working across traditional summer vacation, but still get holidays of at least 8 weeks a year The course is delivered using both practical and theoretical elements Shared learning with other allied health professionals/ multi-professional groups Course structure

  4. Course structure

  5. Practice/Clinical Placements Three clinical placements in Dietetic Departments integrated into course 3 weeks – introduction 12 weeks – basic Dietetic skills 12 weeks – complex skills Placements likely to be in South West but not guaranteed DoH means tested bursaries for course (incl.travel and accommodation for placements). Students who do not receive a bursary will not receive financial assistance with additional costs of placements.

  6. Placements in the South West You may be required to travel for your placements, developing a broader practice experience

  7. Course aims • Safe, competent and confident practitioner • Accountable and autonomous • Life long learning and transferable skills • Reflective and clinical reasoning skills • Research ethos • Non-judgemental and anti-discriminatory • Eligibility to apply for registration with the Health Care Professions Council and the British Dietetic Association

  8. New opportunities, new approaches Academic staff including ‘clinical academics’ shared with the NHS (bringing back real life) Case studies and problems to solve Psychologists, sociologists, other AHPs, physiologists, pharmacologists teach on dietetic modules Links with the European Diet’s Network See our KIS data for comparable information on higher education courses http://unistats.direct.gov.uk/Subjects/Overview/10007801-3843

  9. Your application • Totality of the application • Academic qualifications including • Strong GCSE profile: Five grades C and above in one sitting (must include English, Maths and Science) • A Levels: A level grades ABB (320 points). Biology and a further science A level required (preferably Chemistry).  Must have at least AS Chemistry. • Personal Statement • References

  10. Your application • Non Standard Academic Qualifications • Access to higher education, to include apass of 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3. Must include 15 credits at level 3 in Biology and 15 credits at level 3 in Chemistry both at distinction. The remaining 15 at level 3 should be at merit or pass. • BTEC or Diploma in a science related area. Units must include both Biology and Chemistry • Applications from those returning to education are welcome • Evidence of academic study in the last five years is required

  11. Personal statement Demonstrate an interest and knowledge for the profession Evidence of related work experience Demonstrate evidence of good communication skills Ability to empathise with others Problem solving and use of initiative

  12. If offered a place Commitment to the course Be sure before you start Attend applicant day Disclosure and Barring Service Occupational health screen

  13. BSc (Hons) Dietetics Accredited by the BDA Any Questions?

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