Course Comparison
| BSc (Hons) Dietetics | BSc (Hons) Optometry | |
| Award | Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) | Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) |
| Duration | 3 years | 3 years |
| Course type | Full-time | Full-time |
| Placement | (with placements) | (with placements) |
| Location | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Provider | School of Health Professions | School of Health Professions |
| Entry requirements |
Entry requirements for 2019 entry may differ, please contact our admissions team directly for further information on +44 1752 585858. GCSEs
Normally 5 GCSEs
grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science. Preference is
given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Please note
the institution may consider equivalent numeracy and literacy qualifications. PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: A Level Typical offer of 112-128 points to include BB at A level from one of the following two subjects include Biology plus a second science, preferably Chemistry but will accept Maths/Physics/Psychology/Sociology/Geography/Geology/Environmental. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject. (Extended project will be counted if nutrition related subject – this will be considered at confirmation) IB 30-28 points must include Higher Level 5 in both Biology and 5 in a second Science: preferably Chemistry but will also consider, Maths, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Geography, Geology and Environmental science. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject. English and Maths accepted within Higher Level = 4 Standard Level = 5 If overseas and not studying English within IB – MUST have IELTS IELTS: 7.0 Overall with 6.5 in all elements Pre-sessional will be available for applicants with a 6.5 overall and 6.5 in all elements, refer to International Admissions Team. Access Pass a named science based Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3, 30 at distinction level, preferably with 15 credits in biology and 15 credits in second science (preferably chemistry, but other credit weightings will be considered). A further 15 credits at Level 3 must be at merit level. BTEC 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DDM -DDM- must contain strong biology and second science module (preferably chemistry) components. Please contact the admissions team if you are not studying a second relevant subject. BTEC National Diploma modules If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules including their credit rating within your qualification at the time of application. Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Alternatively if you have any questions or concerns about meeting the entry requirements listed above we would encourage you to contact the Admissions Team on +44 1752 585858 or email ug-admissions@plymouth.ac.uk, where a member of the team can offer For a full list of all acceptable qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
Direct entry to year 2 If you have achieved certificated learning in addition to the entry criteria required for your programme of study, it may be possible to accredit this learning towards your chosen course. Full details on how to make an application are available on our open access MOODLE site (download details on how to access the site and submit your claim and supporting evidence). Your application will then be assessed and you will receive confirmation by email on the status of your claim. Extended requirements
Further information
Deferred entry Deferred entry is not physically possible for us (but we can waive your interview in the next cycle if you have already been interviewed successfully this cycle). |
GCSEs: 5 GCSEs grade C or above to include mathematics, English and science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application and who have achieved at least B grades in mathematics, English and science. Please note that if you do not have this profile please contact the Admissions Team directly on +44 1752 585858 or email: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk and they will be happy to advise you further. A level: AAB from three A levels. Two A levels must come from either maths, use of maths, physics, chemistry, biology/human biology, applied science, or psychology. General studies will not be considered as part of the offer. The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A level, alongside two science subjects, as listed above. An applicant studying for an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside three A levels that meet the above criteria, will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard A level offer. To be considered for this the EPQ must be in a relevant science-based topic and be predicted to achieve a strong grade. BTEC: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/National Extended Diploma: D*D*D Science profile, must include either Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology. BTEC Level 3 Diploma/National Diploma: D*D* and only considered in conjunction with Science or Mathematics A level at grade A. BTEC modules If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. International Baccalaureate: 36 - 34 points overall to include 3 subjects at Higher Level and 2 of these subjects must be at 6 points Higher Level. Subjects must come from either maths, use of maths, physics, chemistry, biology/human biology, applied science, psychology. English accepted within If Advanced Level = 4+ (A1) or 5 (A2/B) If Standard Level = 5+ (A1) or 6 (A2/B) If overseas and not studying English within IB – must have IELTS IELTS: 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and reading and 6.0 in listening and speaking. Access: Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Science, Combined Science, Medicine) with at least 45 credits at level 3 of which 30 must be at distinction level and come from at least two specialisms including maths, physics, chemistry, biology, psychology. The remaining 15 level 3 credits must be at merit. Please note: Applications are considered on an individual basis with preference given to those applicants with a strong GCSE profile and those with at least 12 months experience working in optical practice. Preference is also given to those applicants for which it is at least two years since the completion of any previous level 3 qualification. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team if you have any queries via email ug-admissions@plymouth.ac.uk or call +44 1752 585858. For a full list of all acceptable qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary. Extended entry requirements
Further information
Direct entry to year 2 If you have achieved certificated learning in addition to the entry criteria required for your programme of study, it may be possible to accredit this learning towards your chosen course. Full details on how to make an application are available on our open access MOODLE site (download details on how to access the site and submit your claim and supporting evidence). Your application will then be assessed and you will receive confirmation by email on the status of your claim. Deferred entry Due to the professional nature of this course we are unable to accept applications for deferred entry. |