Dietetics BSc (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 35 graduates of Dietetics BSc (Hons) at Leeds Beckett University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Nutrition and Dietetics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Nutrition and Dietetics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Nutrition and Dietetics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £23500 | £26000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £26000 | £19500 - £25500 | £23000 - £29000 |
All Nutrition and Dietetics courses of Leeds Beckett University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Nutrition and Dietetics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25019 | £22047 | £25092 |
25-75 percentile range | £23039 - £29019 | £16587 - £25305 | £18590 - £30184 |
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Course Description
Understand how nutrients are used in the body, their effect on health and diseases, and use your expertise to advise on healthy lifestyles.
Dietitians strive to provide the best possible nutritional care for clients with acute and chronic health conditions.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Learn to interpret and communicate the science of nutrition
- Understand how to use dietary manipulation and food to treat disease and optimise health
- Gain practical experience in our modern health science, clinical skills and catering laboratories
The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) regulates dietetics. The title of Dietitian is protected by law. This means that anyone who uses a designated title must be on the HCPC Register. Successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Dietetics course will give you the eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC after you graduate.
Occupational Health clearance and compliance with standard NHS immunisations requirements is mandatory and essential for placement attendance.
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- ACCREDITED BY
This course is accredited by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a British Dietetic Association (BDA) accredited programme.
Placements
You’ll undertake practice placements within nutrition and dietetics departments across Yorkshire and the North East of England. Placements will take place:
- At the end of year one (three-week placement)
- At the end of year two (13-week placement)
- During year three (12-week placement)
The placements as listed above are a requirement of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) curriculum framework and will take place in quality assured practice settings.
During your placements, you’ll be given the opportunity to practically apply the theories and evidence you have gained during academic study throughout diverse areas of the health service. You’ll be given time to critically reflect on and enhance your skills and academic knowledge before moving onto the next placement, enabling you to demonstrate continuous development.
Why study Dietetics at Leeds Beckett University...
- 94% of students were positive about the teaching on BSc (Hons) Dietetics (National Student Survey, 2023)
- Professionally accredited by the British Dietetics Association (BDA) - the only body in the UK representing the whole of the dietetic workforce
- Fantastic placement opportunities - combine your theoretical knowledge with practical experience in real-world settings across Yorkshire and the North East
- Access to specialist facilities - including our food inspection and nutrition labs where you'll enhance your practical research skills
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Dietetics BSc (Hons) at Leeds Beckett University
90% | Information Technology Professionals |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
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Costs
Tuition Fees Dietetics BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Leeds Beckett University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Leeds Beckett University
Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.
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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University
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Total number of students enrolled at Leeds Beckett University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16235
- postgraduates:
- 3890
- Total:
- 20125
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Dietetics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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