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  Human Nutrition and Dietetics MSc


University of Limerick    Faculty of Science and Engineering

Full time See Course MSc 2 years full time
Food Sciences (15) Medicine (26)

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Are you passionate about nutrition and interested in becoming a qualified nutritionist or dietitian? Look no further than the MSc Human Nutrition and Dietetics programme at the University of Limerick (UL). This innovative two-year full-time programme is designed for honours graduates. It offers a unique opportunity to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to work in various settings, such as hospitals, community health centres, and the food industry. With a strong focus on evidence-based practice, you will learn how to assess, diagnose, and manage nutritional issues. Plus, you'll have the chance to gain hands-on experience through 1000 hours of clinical placements. Don't miss out on this exciting educational journey!

About the course

The MSc Human Nutrition and Dietetics programme offered at the University of Limerick (UL) is a Graduate Entry Masters of Science programme delivered over two years full-time. This innovative evidence-based interfaculty programme is an opportunity for honours graduates to pursue studies that will lead to them becoming competent nutritionists and dietitians working across a diverse range of environments to include the clinical, community and public health settings, hospital and private practices, food service management and food industry.

The CORU Dietitians Registration Board has approved the MSc Human Nutrition and Dietetics programme leading to the qualification title Masters of Science Human Nutrition and Dietetics.

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Entry Requirements

Minimum of a second class honours primary degree (Level 8 National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) or a postgraduate degree (Level 9 National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). Applicants must have successfully completed units/modules in Biochemistry and Human Physiology (NFQ level 8 or higher) as part of the primary or postgraduate degree or other relevant degree from a recognised University. Applicants must demonstrate in their application where these prerequisite subjects have been met (i.e. in what modules and how many credits).




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