My main reason for choosing Surrey was that it offers a placement year as part of the course, which I knew would give me a better insight into the nutrition industry in the UK.
If you are interested in food, how it affects the health of the individual and the nation, and how diet can be used in the treatment of disease, these subject areas will provide you with an exciting challenge. Studying to become a nutritionist or dietitian at Surrey will provide you with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the scientific basis of nutrient requirements and healthy eating. Dietitians will also learn how food intake and dietary requirements can be altered by illness, and about the use of therapeutic diets to treat disease.
As well as providing you with a solid core of knowledge about nutrition, this programme offers you the opportunity to study a wide range of related subjects.
Our programmes have an active application across a range of health and professional industries and you will acquire knowledge, skills and expertise that will enable you to excel in your chosen career. As a student on our Nutrition programme, you will learn about food and the nutrients which it contains, how the body uses them and how they relate to health and disease. This degree is designed for those who wish to pursue a commercial, medical, public health or research-orientated career.
Our Nutrition programme is extremely relevant to the needs of today’s professionals. It offers a range of optional modules and is structured to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in your chosen field.
Year 1 includes modules in Nutrition and Food Science, as well as a range of other sciences.
Modules include:
During Year 2, core Nutrition modules are combined with Physiology, Pathology and Medicine, and Food Science to ensure an appropriate background knowledge.
Modules include:
Our Nutrition placements are usually paid and may be in the food industry, government research establishments or the NHS. Our Professional Training tutor will help organise your choice of placement and you will be visited by academic staff, normally three times, during your placement. Companies and institutes offering placements include Nestlé and Kelloggs.
Students who do not wish to take a Professional Training placement year follow the three-year programme.
In Year 3, you will undertake a final-year dissertation on a subject of your choice. Taught modules allow a more in-depth understanding of all aspects of human nutrition.
Modules include:
The degree is accredited by the Association for Nutrition, whereby students automatically become an Associate Registered Nutritionist upon graduation.
As a student on our Nutrition/Dietetics programme, you will undertake three placements. They are all within the NHS and could be in either an acute hospital or a community setting.
During a four-week placement at the end of Year 1, you will find out more about the working environment experienced by a dietitian, the way they work and the other health professionals they work with. You will start practising some of the skills required.
You will also undertake two twelve-week placements during the Professional Training year, at the end of which you will be managing your own small workload.
The first placement will give you the chance to apply the theoretical knowledge gained through your studies. The second placement is designed to consolidate your knowledge, skills and attitudes, as well as to further develop them with more complex patients and situations.
The placements are fully integrated with the academic part of your programme, allowing you to gain practical experience that enhances your learning. During your placements, trained supervisors will help you to develop and learn. You will normally be placed with one of our placement provider partners throughout the South East.
Our Nutrition placements are usually paid and may be in the food industry, government research establishments or the NHS. Our Professional Training tutor will help organise your choice of placement and you will be visited by academic staff, normally three times, during your placement. Companies and institutes offering placements include Nestlé and Kelloggs.
Students who do not wish to take a Professional Training placement year follow the three-year programme.
On average you will have 24 hours of contact time each week. A variety of teaching methods is used, including lectures, role play and practicals. You will also be expected to undertake private study (such as coursework and additional reading). Your studies will be enlivened by problem-based learning activities and a range of supporting e-learning materials.
Each module is assessed individually and credits are awarded for the successful completion of each one. Assessment is by a combination of examination and/or coursework, which may include individual projects and group work.
Our Nutrition graduates have attractive career prospects in the food industry, health service, research, in education and in the media. A considerable number return to their professional placement company/organisation.
Recent graduates from Nutrition/Dietetics have entered employment in roles such as:
Recent graduates from Nutrition have entered employment in roles such as:
Come to one of our Open Days, when you can tour the campus, speak to students and academic staff, see our student accommodation and ask as many questions as you like. In the meantime, order a personal prospectus – tailored to only include the subjects that interest you.
GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent). Biology A level required. Additional science A-level (preferably Chemistry) required.
Offers are normally made in terms of grades. Suitable candidates will be invited to an Applicant Day. During the visit to the University the candidate can find out more about the programme and meet staff and students.
Non-native speakers of English will normally be required to have IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill (or equivalent).
We offer intensive English language pre-sessional courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
| Award | Course Length | Professional Training | UCAS code | KIS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | 3 years | B400 | View KIS data set | |
| BSc (Hons) | 4 years | B400 | View KIS data set |
We offer a range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support.
See course information for students applying to start in September 2013.
Phone: +44 (0)1483 681 681
