University of Chester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
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. 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 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.
Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Assessment method
A wide range of creative and innovative assessment methods are used throughout the course to not only assess learning, but also enhance your employability skills. You will be assessed through a mixture of coursework, case studies, portfolio assessments, presentations, examinations and observed clinical assessments. Assessment also includes individual and collaborative work to help you develop team working skills essential for working as a dietitian.
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B401
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
A level - BBC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - BBBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4
T Level - M
Please note that the Welsh Baccalaureate and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. Applicants should also have a minimum of GCSE grade C/4 (or above) in English Language and Mathematics. Extra Information: Candidates must also: * Satisfy NHS/University Occupational Health screening and 'fitness for practice' requirements * Agree to an enhanced DBS check * Visit a dietetic department prior to submitting an application Candidates will normally be required to attend a personal interview, and applicants with qualifications other than those outlined above may be interviewed to clarify their application. Applicants offered interviews for NHS training programmes must now undertake a values based recruitment (VBR) process. Prior to admission to this course, you will be required to obtain a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through the University, for which there will be charge. The cost of the disclosure is currently £55:00. Applicants are strongly advised to subscribe to the Disclosure Update Service, payable directly to the DBS and currently costing £13:00. Further information may be found at www.chester.ac.uk/dbs
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
The University may increase these fees at the start of each subsequent year of your course in line with inflation at that time, as measured by the Retail Price Index. These fee levels and increases are subject to any necessary government, and other regulatory, approvals.
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ