Learn to interpret and communicate the science of nutrition and how to use dietary manipulation and food to treat disease and optimise health. You will gain practical experience in our modern health science, clinical skills and catering laboratories.

Places available on this course through Clearing. Please call us on 0113 812 3113 to discuss your qualifications, skills and experience. We are interested in hearing from students who are passionate about the subject and we will assess your application on a range of factors including, but not limited to, your performance in examinations and assessments. UCAS Tariff Points: 88 points required. (Minimum 88 from three A Levels (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies), to include 32 points from Chemistry and a further Science subject. Other science subjects accepted are Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology, Food Technology, Maths or Physical Education. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a 'Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017)). If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff. GCSE English Language at Grade C or above (Grade 4 for those sitting their GCSE from 2017 onwards) or equivalent. SELECTION CRITERIA: Students will be recruited on the basis that their values align with those of the NHS Constitution, as well as having the right skills and aptitude, in accordance with Value Based Recruitment, (Health Education England, Value Based Recruitment Framework, October 2014) click here and if selected will need to attend an interview. At interview you will be tested on the values which promote quality care and a positive patient, staff and student experience. Your personal statement should show evidence of how you have researched the profession of dietetics. This should include shadowing a hospital dietitian, if at all possible, and may include attending dietetics information days and research using other media. You need to provide evidence of your ability to work for the good of others, for example voluntary work, or work in a caring environment. You need to demonstrate good written and interpersonal communication skills and an ability to work with others. You will have a strong interest in food and be able to undertake basic food preparation and cooking skills. You will be required to attend a selection day as part of the selection process. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 26 Points including 6 from HL Chemistry Points