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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences BDietetics

University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences

BDietetics

4 years

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    About : The B Dietetics program focuses on providing essential knowledge and skills for those pursuing a career in nutrition and dietetics. It covers topics like human physiology, food science, nutrition throughout the lifecycle, and clinical dietetics over its duration. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for practical experiences in diverse healthcare settings.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates have various career opportunities, including roles such as registered dietitians, nutritionists, and health coaches. They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, or as independent consultants, effectively improving community health and wellness through their expertise in diet and nutrition.

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BDietetics

The program extends over four academic years during which period a student receives practical training as a student dietician at an institution or institutions approved for this purpose by the University.

After admission to the first year of study, each student in Dietetics must register as a student in Dietetics with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Students are required to complete at least four weeks applicable elective training (Code DTT 380) under the supervision of a dietician at an institution approved for this purpose by the University, after the first semester of the third year of study and prior to the commencement of the fourth year of study.

Note: Students who enrolled for the BDietetics degree program prior to 2105 will complete the degree under the old curriculum. However, students who will have third-year status in 2020 will be transferred to the new curriculum.

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