Leeds Beckett University - Graduate Studies

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Nutrition in Practice

Leeds Beckett University - Graduate Studies

Faculty:Health
Degree:Master; Online; Distance
Field of Study:Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other
Nutrition Sciences
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $23,100

Cost per year has been converted from British Pounds to Canadian Dollars. The actual cost may vary due to exchange rate.

Careers:Nutritionists

Description:

As part of this course, you’ll:


Study a constantly developing and diverse subject

Analyse the role of food and nutrition in disease, how lifestyle affects food and nutrition, and the vested interests of the food industry

Understand current issues in nutrition, enabling you to make a positive difference in a variety of nutrition-related roles

Develop a range of practical skills, including the ability to devise programmes for interventions, secure funding from commissioners and report your findings to wider audiences

Work either face-to-face or virtually with community groups to understand how to successfully engage with clients and influence behaviour change using websites, media presentations, workshops and social media

Integrate work experience alongside your academic study to enhance your employability and meet the Association for Nutrition competencies to become a registered associate nutritionist upon graduation

Have the choice to apply to study part-time via distance learning to fit your course around existing commitments

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Clinical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Sports Science, Sports & Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health or Psychology, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference; you can download our reference template for completion. All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 24, 2022