Nutrition and Dietetics
Apply the science of food and nutrition to prevent disease and support recovery.
Award: Higher National Diploma (HND) · Duration: 2 years after A/Levels · School: School of Medical and Biomedical Sciences
Programme overview
Apply the science of food and nutrition to prevent disease and support recovery. The HND runs for 2 years after A/Levels, combining classroom teaching with practical work so you graduate ready to step into the role.
Teaching is delivered by experienced tutors in well-equipped classrooms and laboratories, with placement and career support throughout.
What you will study
- Human nutrition and metabolism
- Food science and food safety
- Clinical dietetics and diet therapy
- Community and public health nutrition
- Maternal, infant and child nutrition
- Nutritional assessment and counselling
- Nutrition in chronic disease
- Supervised dietetic practice
Where this can take you
- Clinical dietitian in hospitals
- Community nutrition officer
- Nutrition programme and NGO roles
- Food service and catering management
- Food industry quality and product roles
- Health promotion and education
Ready to apply?
Check the entry requirements and fee structure, then start your application online.