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Dietetics MSc

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The Dietetics study programme aims to equip graduates who already have a BSc or MSc in Nutrition with the knowledge, skills and professional attitudes required to practice as a Registered Dietitian.

Key benefits

  • King's is ranked 9th the UK for Nutrition and Food Science (The Complete University Guide 2025)
  • We are Europe's largest centre for medical and professional healthcare education.
  • You will be taught by leading researchers in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
  • You will undertake 28 weeks of practice placements in a variety of settings.
  • A thriving student-led Nutrition Society.
  • King's College London is ranked 13th in the world for Clinical and Health (Times Higher Education 2024 subject ranking).
  • You will be eligible to apply for Registration as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • An opportunity to complete an MSc research project in an area of nutrition and dietetics
  • Accredited by the British Dietetic Association and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. Graduates are eligible to apply for Registration as Dietitians.
Reema Dietetics

“Being surrounded by lecturers who are extremely passionate about Dietetics has made the course only more enjoyable.”

Reema, Dietetics MSc Student

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Employability

Most of our graduates go on to work within the NHS, either in hospital or community health services. Former graduates have also found employment in a range of organisations including research institutes, consumer groups, food retailers, higher education institutes and government departments and agencies. Others have become successful food and health journalists or developed careers in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

 

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Employability

Most of our graduates go on to work within the NHS, either in hospital or community health services. Former graduates have also found employment in a range of organisations including research institutes, consumer groups, food retailers, higher education institutes and government departments and agencies. Others have become successful food and health journalists or developed careers in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

 

Application closing date guidance

We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed. We may need to request further information from you during the application process.

Our final application deadline for all applicants is on 9 January 2025 (23:59 UK time).

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