Dietetics and Leadership (pre-registration)

Entry requirements

• An honours degree 2:1 or above (or international equivalent) in a health or science-related discipline, or an equivalent qualification alongside relevant work experience at a professional level.
• Satisfactory health clearance, confirmation of vaccination status and enhanced criminal record disclosure.
• In line with the National Health Service Constitution we use a values-based recruitment approach in seeking candidates with the appropriate values to support effective team working in delivering excellent patient care.

Months of entry

January

Course content

This course is aimed at learners with a prior related degree-level qualification, or with equivalent experience, who have a passion for working with people to promote healthy lifestyles, optimise health and wellbeing, prevent diet-related disease and reduce health inequalities.  

• On successful completion of this course, you will meet the requirements to apply to the HCPC for registration as a dietitian and apply for roles working in the profession in a variety of settings, including the health service.
• Put theory into practice with full-time practice-based placements, as well as simulation and scenario-based learning, to create an interactive and inspirational learning experience. Our simulation suites and purpose-built small-scale catering facilities help prepare you for the place of work and emulate an authentic working environment.
• We use a variety of inclusive case studies to help support you and to prepare you for the workplace using real-life examples. The teaching team also draws on its experience in the field to help direct all teaching to dietetics and how the theory works in action. 
• Blended learning allows you to access study materials and attend online classes from home or the workplace. You will be required to come to campus on some occasions throughout the course to use our simulation and teaching facilities.

Why you should study this course

• Learn to collaborate and thrive as a dietitian across and within multidisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, evidenced-based care delivery.
• Develop culinary skills in our campus-based kitchens and apply the theory of dietary recommendations to practice through menu planning, recipe adaptation, and an exploration of cultural and therapeutic foods.
• Leadership skills are embedded throughout the course, enabling you to inspire and guide others towards building and achieving a shared vision. This vision aims to help address a range of diet-related conditions and optimise service users’ health and wellbeing through diet and lifestyle change.
• All eligible students on this course can apply for a minimum training grant payment from the government of £5,000 per year, with additional payments for students incurring childcare costs.
• Included in your course fees is a compulsory food safety course. On successful completion, you will be awarded a Level 2 Food Safety Certificate from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Studying in the School of Health and Care

Gain the skills and experience to transform lives, communities and the future of healthcare delivery. We aim to empower you to become a stand-out healthcare professional, capable, competent and confident in your field and role within the wider healthcare team.

While continuously developing your sense of professional identity from day one, you'll also collaborate with learners from other School of Health and Care fields, learning in an environment that puts inclusivity, diversity and dignity at its heart.

Accreditation and professional recognition

The Dietetics and Leadership (pre-registration) MSc is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

On successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to apply for HCPC registration  (subject to application and additional costs).

Please use the official Coventry University website as your main source of information as our courses are subject to change throughout the year.