What will I learn?

Develop the professional expertise to practise as a dietitian in the UK. You’ll be eligible to apply to register with the HCPC on successful completion of this master’s course. Dietitians make a vital contribution to people's health and wellbeing. You’ll develop skills in critical evaluation and adaptability to prepare for the changing dynamics of working in health and social care. As part of this course, you’ll: Explore the composition of food, the nature of nutrients and their metabolism in the body, nutritional requirements throughout the lifespan and the dietary effects of food on health Learn how to work alongside service users with acute and chronic disease in hospitals and primary care settings Prepare to meet the responsibilities and expectations associated with being a healthcare professional Consider the ethical and legal boundaries arising from exercising a professional duty of care Occupational Health clearance and compliance with standard NHS immunisations requirements is mandatory and essential for placement attendance. Professionally regulated The HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council) regulates dietetics. The title of Dietitian is protected by law. This means that anyone who uses this designated title must be on the HCPC Register. Successful completion of this course will give you the eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC after you graduate. This course is also accredited by BDA (The British Dietetic Association).

Which department am I in?

Health and Community Studies

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,000.00 (19,61,212) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

City Campus

Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS1 3HE, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£18,540.00 (20,20,048) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

City Campus

Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS1 3HE, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should normally have a science degree with at least a 2:1 classification which contains sufficient level and depth of biochemistry and human physiology as well as research skills and methodology. Biochemistry and human physiology should be studied to at least level 4 and an integration and application of these two subject areas to be studied to at least level 5. Research skills are also required to be studied to level 6 including a research project or dissertation. A list of courses previously accepted can be found at this .

Applicants with a lower second class (2:2) will be considered on an individual basis depending on their overall transcript and experience they can demonstrate. Applicants who have achieved over 50 percentage in the human science modules and / or have gained relevant work or voluntary experience with vulnerable communities and can demonstrate the skills achieved from this and how it matches the skills and behaviours required of health care professionals will be considered. Candidates who do not meet the requirements for biochemistry and human physiology will be advised about appropriate courses / modules they can take prior to admission to the course.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.