Entry Requirements
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme specific requirements
BSc (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) or MSc (minimum merit, 60% or equivalent) in a life science subject. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
Suitable subjects include but are not limited to biomedical sciences, nutritional science, physiology, biochemistry, sport and exercise sciences and human biology.
We require at least 15 credits (or equivalent) study of biochemistry or human physiology at level 4 or above and evidence of academic study in the five years prior to application.
Each application will be considered individually to ensure requirements are met.
Eligibility:
Enrolment is dependent on satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (enhanced criminal conviction check) clearance and an Occupational Health check.
NHS values:
As well as being a scientific and practical discipline, dietetics is a caring profession that requires important key values. These are best described using the six NHS values contained within the NHS Constitution. The six NHS values have been developed by patients, the public and NHS staff and are as follows:
- Working together for patients
- Respect and dignity
- Commitment to quality of care
- Compassion
- Improving lives
- Everyone counts
All students studying dietetics at King’s are expected to demonstrate these values and this will be assessed during the admissions process.
Further details of the NHS values and the NHS constitution can be found on the NHS website.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band: B
Selection Process
Applications must be made online using King's Apply, the Admissions Portal. A non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
Your application will be assessed and those ranked highest will be invited to an interview, which will be held online. Interviews and selection will be undertaken by a range of academic staff, dietitians from practice and service users (e.g. patients).
The interviews will review your understanding of nutritional sciences, public health nutrition, research methods, your interests and motivations in dietetics and in particular your values as a potential health professional.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
| Personal Statement | Yes |
A personal statement is required. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). Please describe your understanding of the breadth of dietetic practice in the UK. Please also describe the skills and values that you hold which will support you in being a successful dietetic student and qualified professional, these skills may have been developed in a care environment or through other work experience. |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Academic Study | Yes | A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
| References | Yes | Two references are required with at least one academic. Professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. |
| Other | Optional | You may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application. |
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 29 January 2026 (23:59 UK time).
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
Two years full-time, includes practice placements
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026