Nelson Mandela University

BSc (Dietetics)

Programme Overview:

With nutrition acknowledged as a key to the future of modern medicine, dietetics is one of the world’s fastest-growing professions. The BSc (Dietetics) degree at Nelson Mandela University trains competent and ethical dietetics professionals who will contribute to the medical therapeutic, community nutrition and specialised food services sectors. Graduates are required to register with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) before they can practice as a Dietitian.

Faculty:

Faculty of Health Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Department:

Department of Dietetics

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

390

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 60%, • Physical Sciences – 60%.

Career opportunities:

Dietitians have become increasingly important in both the private and public sectors. They work in various settings: Private practice and therapeutic settings They consult clients / patients on nutrition therapy and / or work in a hospital as part of a health care team. They can also have private practices with attention to sport, babies and/or senior citizens. Industry They share their expertise by working in the field of health care, food or pharmaceutical industries. Community They work in community health facilities providing nutrition therapy for specific health conditions; promote healthy eating and monitor and manage food services in institutions e.g. schools and homes for the aged. Food service management They manage the provision of healthy and specialised diets in health care facilities, correctional services, welfare care facilities and schools.

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