BSc (Hons) Dietetics University of Plymouth
Dietetics 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 and communities and to clinical management of disease
The Qualification BSc (Hons) Dietetics Eligibility to apply for registration with the Health Professions Council and the British Dietetic Association First three year course in Dietetics in UK receiving HPC approval
Course Structure 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 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 EU requirements
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
Practice/Clinical Placements Clinical placement training in Dietetic Departments integrated into programme Three Placements; 3 weeks introduction 12 weeks basic Dietetic skills 12 weeks complex skills Placements likely to be in South West but not guaranteed DoH bursaries, include travel and accommodation for placements visit our Funding for Health Care Students talk for more info
Placements & Study Centres You may be required to travel for your placements, developing a broader practice experience
Course Content Year 1 Evidence based practice Psycho-social studies for health Physiology Nutritional Biochemistry Year 2 Nutrition for Health (PBL) Nutritional Epidemiology Pathophysiology Immunology Year 3 Public Health Nutrition Management & leadership for interprofessional practice Dietetics in Practice 2 Food Studies (quality & safety) Human Nutrition (food, diet and lifestyle) Placement A Dietetics in Practice Diet, metabolism and Health Inter-professional working Placement B Project Studies 1 Project Studies 2 Placement C
Inter-Professional Education Common Foundation programme facilitates an inter-professional approach Opportunities for shared learning between students on Physiotherapy Dietetics Occupational Therapy Podiatry Pre-Registration Midwifery Inter-Professional modules in all years of course Specialist Allied Health Professions training facilities based near Derriford Hospital
The Peninsula Allied Health Centre
PAHC Tour What to expect: You will be shown around the building which includes skills laboratories in addition to a lecture theatre, seminar rooms and computing suite Coaches pick up and drop off outside main campus. Tours last approximately 1hour 30 mins You need to sign up at the reception desk if you would like to visit. Places on tours today will be offered on a first come first served basis so sign up early!
Your Application What we look for: 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: 280 points (at least 160 points from two A levels in Biology and Chemistry) Personal Statement References
Your Application What we look for: Non Standard Academic Qualifications BTEC or Diploma in a science related area. Units must include both Biology and Chemistry Access to higher education, to include 15 Biology and 15 Chemistry units at L3 Applications from those returning to education are welcome Evidence of academic study in the last five years is required
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
If Offered a Place Commitment to the course Be sure before you start Attend preview day Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check Occupational health screen
BSc (Hons) Dietetics at the UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH Any Questions?
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