The broad aim of this undergraduate programme is to produce graduates who are competent to practice at entry level as a dietitian or public health nutritionist or to work as a nutrition expert in the industrial and/or private sector. The modules studied on the programme will enable competence based on theoretical knowledge, the application of the core sciences to dietetics and human nutrition, the development of scientific and analytical skills and the integration of theory and practice to be developed. To ensure a capacity for evidence-based practice, emphasis will be placed on the development of problem solving skills, the ability to seek, review and critically evaluate and summarise scientific data and information and undertake research and development in Dietetics and Nutrition. Strong emphasis is placed on developing additional transferable skills such as computer literacy, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and adaptability. Useful additional information can be obtained from: The Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute (www.indi.ie) The Nutrition Society (www.nutritionsociety.org ) What other options do I have after completion? Students who complete the BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics can undertake MPhil and PhD degrees in laboratory, clinical or community-based research. Graduates have also undertaken higher degrees in management, marketing, public relations or science communication. Some have undertaken graduate programmes in medicine or the higher diploma in education.

Entry Requirements: 2018 CAO Points 566 Minimum No. of Subjects Honours 6 3H5s Minimum Grade in Maths English OR Irish O4/H7 06/H7 Other Requirements At least H4 in Chemistry All students will be vetted by An Garda Síochána.Mature Students Mature Students are more than welcome to apply for this Programme. All Applications are made through the Central Applications Office (CAO).