Course Comparison
Course
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BSc (Hons) Dietetics | MSc Human Nutrition |
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Award
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Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) | Master of Science - MSc |
Duration
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3 years | 1 year |
Assessment breakdown
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- | - |
Course type
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Full-time | Full-time |
Placement
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(with placements) | - |
Location
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Plymouth | Plymouth |
Provider
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School of Health Professions | School of Health Professions |
Entry requirements
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GCSEs All applicants must have at least 5 GCSE (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above and must include English, Maths and a 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 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 with 15 credits in biology and 15 credits in a second science (preferably chemistry, but others might be considered including maths, physics, psychology, sociology, geography, environmental science). The remaining 15 level 3 credits must be at merit. T level Accepted – preference pathways would be Health and Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received. BTEC BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma: DMM -DDM - Science related. Must contain strong Biology and second
science module (preferably Chemistry, but may also consider Mathematics,
Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Geography, Geology and Environmental science).
An A level alongside is preferable. 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 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). |
UK/EU You need to have a BSc (Hons) degree at 2:2 or above or European first cycle equivalent in a science or social science subject. INTERNATIONAL
You need to have an equivalent BSc (Hons) degree at 2:2 or above or European first cycle equivalent in a science or social science subject. International students must also provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English in accordance with the University of Plymouth's Admissions Code of Practice and requirements set out by the AfN, This will be a minimum overall International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of at least 6.0 in each element and a mean score of 6.5. SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships are available for postgraduate taught programmes. Tell me more about scholarships and bursaries.
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
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